Teucrium pyrenaicum - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1753
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 566 (1753)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000322540
Common Names
- Pyrenean Germander
- Germander Teucrium
- Fringed Germander
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Polium pyrenaicum Mill. [unknown]
- Teucrium hippolyti Sennen [unknown]
Description
Teucrium pyrenaicum (also called Pyrenean Germander, among many other common names) is a perennial plant with small, white flowers that grows in the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Teucrium pyrenaicum is used in traditional medicine as a diuretic and for treating digestive disorders. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Teucrium pyrenaicum sub. guarensis P.Monts.Teucrium pyrenaicum sub. pyrenaicum
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Teucrium pyrenaicum has small, white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Teucrium pyrenaicum is a low-growing, evergreen subshrub that typically grows to 6-12” tall and as wide. It is native to the Mediterranean region. It is typically grown in full sun and dry, well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant once established. It is often grown in rock gardens, herb gardens, and containers. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Teucrium pyrenaicum
Teucrium pyrenaicum is native to the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, France, Italy, and Greece.
Teucrium pyrenaicum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Teucrium pyrenaicum?
Teucrium pyrenaicum
What is the common name of Teucrium pyrenaicum?
Pyrenean Germander
What is the natural habitat of Teucrium pyrenaicum?
It is native to the Mediterranean region, including parts of France, Spain, Italy, and North Africa
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-203314: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.