Sideritis bourgeana - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Boiss. & Reut.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1859
Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. , ser. 2, 4: 34 (1859)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000309902
Common Names
- Bourgeana's Mountain Tea
- Bourgeana's Ironwort
- Bourgeana's Greek Mountain Tea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Sideritis biflora Porta & Rigo. ex Porta [unknown]
- Sideritis leucantha bourgeana (Boiss.) Alcaraz, Peinado, Mart.Parras, J.S.Carrion & Sánchez-Gómez [unknown]
- Sideritis parvifolia Lam. [unknown]
Description
Sideritis bourgeana (also called Bourgeana, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 60 cm in height. It is native to the Mediterranean region and grows in rocky and dry habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Sideritis bourgeana has been used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial properties. It is also used as a natural remedy for coughs, colds, and other respiratory ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Sideritis bourgeana 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Sideritis bourgeana 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 bourgeana
Sideritis bourgeana can be found in the Mediterranean region.
Sideritis bourgeana FAQ
What are the common names of Sideritis bourgeana?
Sideritis bourgeana is commonly known as Bourge's ironwort
What is the growth habit of Sideritis bourgeana?
Sideritis bourgeana is an evergreen perennial herb that grows up to 1 m (3 ft) tall.
What is the native range of Sideritis bourgeana?
Sideritis bourgeana is native to the Mediterranean region.
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-191119: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
George François Reuter (1805-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Reut.' in the authors string.