Description
Phlomoides stenocalycina (also called Stenocalycine Phlomis, among many other common names) is a small perennial plant with short stems and a basal rosette of leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and grows in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Phlomoides stenocalycina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and sore throat.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Phlomoides stenocalycina is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, long, thin stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Phlomoides stenocalycina is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 meters in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and requires well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings or layering. It is also possible to propagate from seed, but this is a slow process.