Teucrium estevei - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Alcaraz, Sánchez-Gómez & J.S.Carrion
Source:
wcs
Year:
1988
Citation Micro:
Lazaroa 9: 26 (1986 publ. 1988)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000322108
Common Names
- Esteve's Germander
- Estevean Germander
- Esteve's Teucrium
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Teucrium estevei (also called Esteve's germander, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is an evergreen shrub with small, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in rocky areas and dry, sunny habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Teucrium estevei is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as an ingredient in herbal teas and is known to have a calming effect.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Teucrium estevei is a small, white, four-petaled flower. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Teucrium estevei is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained potting mix. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained potting mix.
Where to Find Teucrium estevei
Teucrium estevei is native to the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Italy, and Greece.
Teucrium estevei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Teucrium estevei?
Teucrium estevei
What is the common name of Teucrium estevei?
Esteve's Germander
What is the natural habitat of Teucrium estevei?
Dry, rocky slopes and grasslands
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-202901: Based on the initial data import
Francisco Alcaraz Ariza (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Alcaraz' in the authors string.
Pedro Sánchez-Gómez: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sánchez-Gómez' in the authors string.