Sideritis rubriflora - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hub.-Mor.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1978
Citation Micro:
Bauhinia 6: 290 (1978)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000310420
Common Names
- Red-Flowered Sideritis
- Red-Flowered Ironwort
- Red-Flowered Mountain Tea
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Sideritis rubriflora (also called Red-flowered Ironwort, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry, rocky, and calcareous soils and is found in mountains, hills, and other areas with high altitudes. It has small, red flowers and long, narrow leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Sideritis rubriflora 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 rubriflora 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.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Sideritis rubriflora is a perennial herb that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation from seed is best done in spring or early summer. Cuttings can be taken in late summer or early fall. The cuttings should be taken from the top of the plant and should be about 4-6 inches in length. The cuttings should be planted in a well-drained soil and kept moist until they have rooted.
Where to Find Sideritis rubriflora
Sideritis rubriflora is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in Spain, Portugal, and Morocco.
Sideritis rubriflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sideritis rubriflora?
Sideritis rubriflora
What are the common names of Sideritis rubriflora?
Rubriflora Ironwort, Greek Mountain Tea
What is the natural habitat of Sideritis rubriflora?
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-191617: Based on the initial data import
Arthur Huber-Morath (1901-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hub.-Mor.' in the authors string.