Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rotundifolium
ID:
323250

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schreb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1773

Citation Micro:
Pl. Verticill. Unilab. Gen. Sp. : xlii (1773)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000322582

Common Names

  • Rotundifolium Germander
  • Germander Teucrium
  • Fringed Germander

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Synonyms

  • Melosmon rotundifolium Raf. [unknown]
  • Teucrium pyrenaicum granatense Boiss. [unknown]

Description

Teucrium rotundifolium (also called Round-leaved 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 rotundifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Teucrium rotundifolium sub. rotundifolium
Teucrium rotundifolium sub. sanguisorbifolium (Pau & Font Quer) Cohen
Teucrium rotundifolium sub. transatlanticum Emb. ex Greuter, Burdet & G.Long

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Teucrium rotundifolium 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Teucrium rotundifolium is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is hardy in USDA zones 6-9 and prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division in early spring. Seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in early spring or fall.

Where to Find Teucrium rotundifolium

Teucrium rotundifolium is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Teucrium rotundifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Teucrium rotundifolium?

Teucrium rotundifolium

What type of plant is Teucrium rotundifolium?

It is a shrub

What is the natural habitat of Teucrium rotundifolium?

It is found in rocky and dry areas

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,