Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
argyrea
ID:
310539

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.H.Davis

Source:
wcs

Year:
1949

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 4: 416 (1949)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000309871

Common Names

  • Sideritis argyrea
  • Silver-Leaf Sideritis
  • Silver-Leaf Ironwort

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Description

Sideritis argyrea (also called silver-leaved mountain tea, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the mountains of Spain, growing in sunny, rocky habitats. It has a woody stem, and its leaves are lanceolate and serrated.

Uses & Benefits

Sideritis argyrea has been used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial properties. It is also used as a natural remedy for headaches, fever, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sideritis argyrea is a white to pinkish-white color with a yellow center. The seed is small, round, and brown. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sideritis argyrea is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division of the rootstock or by seed. The seeds should be sown in spring in a sunny location and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Sideritis argyrea

Sideritis argyrea can be found in the wild in Spain.

Sideritis argyrea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sideritis argyrea?

Sideritis argyrea

What is the common name of Sideritis argyrea?

Silver-leaved Ironwort

Where is Sideritis argyrea found?

Greece

Species in the Sideritis genus

Sideritis accidentalis, Sideritis ajpetriana, Sideritis akmanii, Sideritis albiflora, Sideritis alcarazii, Sideritis amasiaca, Sideritis angustifolia, Sideritis antiatlantica, Sideritis antonii-josephii, Sideritis aragonensis, Sideritis arborescens, Sideritis arguta, Sideritis argyrea, Sideritis arizagana, Sideritis armeniaca, Sideritis atlantica, Sideritis atrinervia, Sideritis barbellata, Sideritis bilgeriana, Sideritis boissieriana, Sideritis bolleana, Sideritis bornmuelleri, Sideritis bourgeana, Sideritis brevibracteata, Sideritis brevicaulis, Sideritis brevidens, Sideritis briquetiana, Sideritis bubanii, Sideritis cadevallii, Sideritis caesarea, Sideritis calduchii, Sideritis canariensis, Sideritis candelii, Sideritis candicans, Sideritis carbonellis, Sideritis carolipauana, Sideritis carrissoana, Sideritis catillaris, Sideritis chamaedryfolia, Sideritis cilicica, Sideritis cirujanoi, Sideritis clandestina, Sideritis condensata, Sideritis congesta, Sideritis cossoniana, Sideritis cretica, Sideritis cuatrecasasii, Sideritis cypria, Sideritis cystosiphon, Sideritis dasygnaphala,

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-191091: Based on the initial data import
Peter Hadland Davis (1918-1992): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.H.Davis' in the authors string.