Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fruticans
ID:
322807

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 563 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000322139

Common Names

  • Shrubby Germander
  • Fruticans Germander
  • Shrubby Teucrium

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Synonyms

  • Teucrium angustifolium Salisb. [unknown]
  • Teucrium fruticans latifolium (L.) P.Silva & Teles [unknown]
  • Teucrium fruticans prostratum Gattef. & Maire [unknown]
  • Teucrium glomeratum Cav. [unknown]
  • Teucrium latifolium L. [unknown]
  • Teucrium tomentosum Moench [unknown]
  • Teucrium fruticans latifolium (L.) Schreb. [unknown]
  • Chamaedrys latifolia Raf. [unknown]

Description

Teucrium fruticans (also called Shrubby 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 fruticans is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Teucrium fruticans 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Teucrium fruticans 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 fruticans

Teucrium fruticans is native to the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Teucrium fruticans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Teucrium fruticans?

Teucrium fruticans

What is the common name of Teucrium fruticans?

Tree Germander

What is the hardiness zone of Teucrium fruticans?

7-10

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