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Teucrium chamaedrys Wall germander Evergreen shrub (1 Page of 5) The Teucrium chamaedrys plant species is found in S. Europe - Mediterranean. Naturalized in Britain[17]. It is a member of the Labiatae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Wall germander. Some home gardeners know the variety as T. officinalis. Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Medicinal | Edible Uses Latin Name: Teucrium chamaedrys Common Name: Wall germander Family: Labiatae Author: L. Known Hazards: None known Mature Height: 0.3 Mature Width: 0.3 Habitat: Sunny, rather dry places on waste ground and rocky outcrops[7], mainly on limestone soils[89] Naturalized on old walls in Britain[17].
Cultivation Notes: Succeeds in any moderately good soil in sun or light shade[31]. Prefers a dry calcareous soil and a sunny position[7, 9].
A very hardy plant, tolerating temperatures down to at least -29°c[238].
Wall germander was at one time widely cultivated as a medicinal plant, though it is seldom use at present[4]. It is a very ornamental plant, making a good edging for the border and able to be lightly clipped[200]. The fresh leaves are bitter and pungent to the taste, when rubbed they emit a strong odour somewhat resembling garlic[4].
This species is often confused in gardens with T. divaricatum and T. x lucidrys. It is important to ensure that you have the correct plant if using it medicinally[238].
Cut off dead flower spikes when the plant has finished flowering in order to encourage bushy new growth[238].
A good bee plant[31].
Plants in this genus are notably resistant to honey fungus[200].
For further Teucrium chamaedrys gardening information click on one of the blue links below Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Medicinal | Edible Uses
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