Status:
valid
Authors:
R.Roselló, P.P.Ferrer, A.Guillén, Gómez Nav., Peris & E.Laguna
Source:
ipni
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Flora Montiber. 55: 102 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001337774
Common Names
- Teucrium carmelitanum
- Teucrium
- Carmelitanum
Description
Teucrium carmelitanum (also called Carmelite germander, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, oval-shaped leaves that are grey-green in color. It grows in dry, rocky habitats, such as hillsides and rocky outcrops.
Uses & Benefits
Teucrium carmelitanum is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomachaches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Teucrium carmelitanum has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Teucrium carmelitanum is an evergreen shrub that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and germination usually takes about two weeks.
Where to Find Teucrium carmelitanum
Teucrium carmelitanum is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found in rocky and sandy soils.
Teucrium carmelitanum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Teucrium carmelitanum?
Teucrium carmelitanum
What is the common name of Teucrium carmelitanum?
Carmelite Germander
Where is Teucrium carmelitanum native to?
Israel
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
José Gómez Navarro: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gómez Nav.' in the authors string.
Alberto Guillén: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Guillén' in the authors string.