Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1753
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 565 (1753)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000322337
Common Names
- Montanum Teucrium
- Teucrium Montanum
- Montanum Teucrium Plant
Synonyms
- Polium montanum Mill. [unknown]
- Teucrium cretaceum Kiotov [unknown]
- Teucrium montanum jailae (Juz.) Soó [unknown]
- Teucrium montanum pannonicum (A.Kern.) Domin [unknown]
- Teucrium montanum parnassicum Celak. [unknown]
- Teucrium montanum villosum Auersw. [unknown]
- Teucrium montanum pannonicum (A.Kern.) Nyman [unknown]
- Chamaedrys montana Raf. [unknown]
- Teucrium montanum pannonicum S.Pawl. [unknown]
Description
Teucrium montanum (also called Mountain germander, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, white flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and typically grows in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Teucrium montanum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat digestive problems and as an antiseptic.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Teucrium montanum sub. helianthemoides (Adamović) Baden
Teucrium montanum sub. montanum
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Teucrium montanum is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, triangular seed. The seedlings are small, dark green and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Teucrium montanum is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It is propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant prefers a slightly acidic soil and should be kept moist.
Where to Find Teucrium montanum
Teucrium montanum can be found in the Mediterranean region, including southern France, Spain, and Italy.
Teucrium montanum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Teucrium montanum?
Teucrium montanum
What is the common name of Teucrium montanum?
Mountain Germander
What is the natural habitat of Teucrium montanum?
Grassy slopes and rocky hillsides
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,