Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1834
Citation Micro:
Labiat. Gen. Spec. : 579 (1834)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000310380
Common Names
- Sideritis Pungens
- Pungens Mountain Tea
- Mountain Tea
Synonyms
- Sideritis giennensis Pau ex Font Quer [unknown]
- Sideritis gudarica Mateo, López Udias & Fabregat [unknown]
- Sideritis javalambrensis Pau [unknown]
- Sideritis linearifolia Lag. [unknown]
- Sideritis pungens javalambrensis (Pau) Obón & D.Rivera [unknown]
- Sideritis pungens vigoi Peris, R.Roselló & Stübing [unknown]
- Sideritis linearifolia javalambrensis (Pau) Font Quer ex O.Bolòs & Vigo [unknown]
- Fracastora linearifolia Bubani [unknown]
Description
Sideritis pungens (also called Greek Mountain Tea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in rocky and dry habitats, and has a woody stem and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Sideritis pungens is used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as colds, flu, and digestive issues. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Sideritis pungens is a pale yellow to white color, with a tubular shape. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and green, with a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sideritis pungens is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It is best grown in a rock garden or in a container.
Where to Find Sideritis pungens
Sideritis pungens can be found in the mountains of the Iberian Peninsula, in France, and in Morocco.
Sideritis pungens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sideritis pungens?
Sideritis pungens
What are the common names of Sideritis pungens?
Pungens Ironwort, Greek Mountain Tea
What is the natural habitat of Sideritis pungens?
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,