Teucrium amplexicaule - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1835
Citation Micro:
Labiat. Gen. Spec. : 687 (1835)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000321843
Common Names
- Teucrium amplexicaule
- Clasping-leaved Teucrium
- Clasping-leaved Teucrium Plant
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- Teucrium buxifolium rivasii (Rigual ex Greuter & Burdet) M.B.Crespo, Mateo & Güemes [unknown]
- Teucrium buxifolium rivasii (Rigual ex Greuter & Burdet) Rigaul ex M.B.Crespo [unknown]
- Teucrium rivasii Rigual ex Greuter & Burdet [unknown]
- Teucrium buxifolium rigualii M.B.Crespo & Mateo [unknown]
Description
Teucrium amplexicaule (also called Clasping Germander, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It typically grows in dry, rocky soils and is characterized by its small, grey-green leaves and yellow-green flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Teucrium amplexicaule is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Teucrium amplexicaule has small, white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small, black and round in shape. The seedlings have long, thin stems with small, lanceolate leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Teucrium amplexicaule is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized every few weeks.
Where to Find Teucrium amplexicaule
Teucrium amplexicaule can be found in the Mediterranean region.
Teucrium amplexicaule FAQ
What is the scientific name of Teucrium amplexicaule?
Teucrium amplexicaule
What family does Teucrium amplexicaule belong to?
Lamiaceae
Where is Teucrium amplexicaule found?
Mediterranean
Species in the Teucrium genus
Teucrium abutiloides, Teucrium africanum, Teucrium afrum, Teucrium albicaule, Teucrium albidum, Teucrium alborubrum, Teucrium alexeenkoanum, Teucrium algarbiense, Teucrium alopecurus, Teucrium alpestre, Teucrium alyssifolium, Teucrium amplexicaule, Teucrium andrusi, Teucrium angustissimum, Teucrium anlungense, Teucrium annandalei, Teucrium antiatlanticum, Teucrium antilibanoticum, Teucrium antitauricum, Teucrium apollinis, Teucrium aragonense, Teucrium arduinoi, Teucrium argutum, Teucrium aristatum, Teucrium aroanium, Teucrium asiaticum, Teucrium atratum, Teucrium aureiforme, Teucrium aureocandidum, Teucrium aureum, Teucrium badiae, Teucrium balearicum, Teucrium balfourii, Teucrium balthazaris, Teucrium barbarum, Teucrium barbeyanum, Teucrium bergadense, Teucrium betonicum, Teucrium bicolor, Teucrium bicoloreum, Teucrium bidentatum, Teucrium botrys, Teucrium brachyandrum, Teucrium bracteatum, Teucrium brevifolium, Teucrium bubanii, Teucrium bullatum, Teucrium burmanicum, Teucrium buxifolium, Teucrium campanulatum,
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
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:460223-1: Based on the initial data import