Status:
valid
Authors:
Font Quer
Source:
wcs
Year:
1920
Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Ibér. Ci. Nat. 19(2): 141 (1920)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000915283
Common Names
- Paradox Sideritis
- Paradox Ironwort
- Paradox Mountain Tea
Description
Sideritis paradoxa (also called Paradoxical Ironwort, Sideritis paradoxa var. paradoxa, and Sideritis paradoxa var. lutea, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Canary Islands. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is characterized by its small, yellow flowers and long, thin leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Sideritis paradoxa is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used as a medicinal plant and for cut flower arrangements. Its foliage has a unique texture and its flowers come in a variety of colors, making it a great choice for landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Sideritis paradoxa has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sideritis paradoxa is an evergreen perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in moist soil. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Where to Find Sideritis paradoxa
Sideritis paradoxa is found in the Brazilian states of Minas Gerais and Espírito Santo.
Sideritis paradoxa FAQ
What is the common name of Sideritis paradoxa?
Paradoxical Ironwort
What is the natural habitat of Sideritis paradoxa?
Rocky slopes and cliffs
What is the scientific classification of Sideritis paradoxa?
Kingdom: Plantae; Order: Lamiales; Family: Lamiaceae; Genus: Sideritis
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,