Sideritis maura - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
de Noé
Source:
wcs
Year:
1852
Citation Micro:
Exsicc. (Pl. Algérie) 1852: n.º 564 (1852)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000310282
Common Names
- Sideritis Maura
- Maura Mountain Tea
- Mountain Tea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Sideritis maura (also called Greek Mountain Tea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry and rocky habitats, and has small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Sideritis maura is used as a tea to treat respiratory problems, digestive issues, and to reduce inflammation. It is also used as an antiseptic and to improve circulation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Sideritis maura is a white or yellowish-white corolla, with a tubular calyx. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong nut. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite, sessile, ovate-lanceolate leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Sideritis maura is a perennial herb that grows in rocky areas and can reach a height of up to 30 cm. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. It is best to sow the seeds in spring or autumn in a sunny spot. Division should be done in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Sideritis maura
Sideritis maura can be found in the mountains of Spain, Portugal, and Morocco.
Sideritis maura FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sideritis maura?
Sideritis maura
What are the common names of Sideritis maura?
Maura Ironwort, Greek Mountain Tea
What is the natural habitat of Sideritis maura?
It is found in rocky areas of 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-191486: Based on the initial data import
Frank de Noé (1809-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'de Noé' in the authors string.