Status:
valid
Authors:
Giraudias
Source:
wcs
Year:
1888
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Études Sci. Angers 1888: 16 (1888)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000322024
Common Names
- Contejeani's Germander
- Contejeani's Teucrium
- Contejeani Germander
Description
Teucrium contejeani (also called Contejeani Germander, among many other common names) is a low-growing, evergreen shrub with small, ovate leaves and pink flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and typically grows in dry, sunny areas.
Uses & Benefits
Teucrium contejeani is a shrub that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects to the garden.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Teucrium contejeani is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Teucrium contejeani is a perennial herb that is native to Spain. It is propagated by seed or division and prefers a well-drained soil in a sunny location. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F).
Where to Find Teucrium contejeani
Teucrium contejeani is native to the Iberian Peninsula.
Teucrium contejeani FAQ
What is the scientific name of Teucrium contejeani?
Teucrium contejeani
What is the common name of Teucrium contejeani?
Contejeani Germander
What is the natural habitat of Teucrium contejeani?
Dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands
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,