Status:
valid
Authors:
Hook.f.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1853
Citation Micro:
Fl. Nov.-Zel. 1: 203 (1853)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000321810
Common Names
- Teucridium Parvifolium
- Small-Leaved Teucridium
- Small-Leaved False-Four-Leaf
Synonyms
- Teucridium parvifolium luxurians Cheeseman [unknown]
- Teucridium parvifolium luxurians (Cheeseman) Moldenke [unknown]
Description
Teucridium parvifolium (also called Small-leaved Germander, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry and rocky habitats, and has small, linear leaves and small white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Teucridium parvifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Teucridium parvifolium has small, white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small, black and round in shape. The seedlings have long, thin stems with small, lanceolate leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Teucridium parvifolium is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized every few weeks.
Where to Find Teucridium parvifolium
Teucridium parvifolium can be found in China.
Teucridium parvifolium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Teucridium parvifolium?
Teucridium parvifolium
What type of plant is Teucridium parvifolium?
It is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae
Where is Teucridium parvifolium native to?
Teucridium parvifolium is native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka
Species in the Teucridium genus
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,