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Tree Germander

Teucrium fruticans

The Tree Germander is a lovely shrub with small, bright green leaves and pretty purple flowers. It loves sunny spots and can grow quite tall, making it a great plant for gardens!

Habitat: Coastal areas

Appearance

The Tree Germander has distinctive silvery-gray, oval leaves that are fuzzy on the underside. Its small, tubular flowers are usually a pale blue or lavender color, emerging from the leaf axils. This shrub often has a sprawling, bushy habit that makes it visually different from many greener plants.

KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderLamialesFamilyLamiaceaeGenusTeucrium
Tree Germander
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Tree Germander

Category

Plants

Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

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Interesting facts

Gardeners often prune this adaptable shrub into neat hedges or amazing living sculptures!

Its scientific name, Teucrium, is thought to be from Teucer, an ancient Trojan king!

Some parts of germander plants were once used in traditional remedies for various ailments!

This plant can grow perfectly even near salty sea air, a tough spot for most plants!

Special abilities

Ability

Sun Shield Leaves

Tree Germander has silvery-gray leaves that reflect sunlight, helping it stay cool and reduce water loss in hot, sunny environments.

Ability

Thirsty Plant Pro

Tree Germander can withstand long dry periods thanks to its tough, leathery leaves and deep roots, helping it survive arid conditions.

Ability

Aromatic Armor

Tree Germander has fragrant leaves that can deter hungry animals from eating it, helping it defend against herbivores.

Ability

Bee Beacon

Tree Germander has nectar-rich blue flowers that act like a beacon for bees and butterflies, helping it reproduce effectively.

Measurements & details

Height
100-200 cm
Spread
100-250 cm
Flower Size
1-2 cm
Bloom Season
Spring to summer
Edible
No
Toxicity
None
Lifecycle
Perennial
Pollination Method
Insect

Ecological connections

pollinates

Honey Bee

Apis mellifera

Collects nectar and pollen.

pollinates

Buff-tailed Bumblebee

Bombus terrestris

Visits flowers for nectar.

shelters

Common Blackbird

Turdus merula

Uses dense foliage for nesting.

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Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Always ask an adult before touching plants, as some may not be safe.

Frequently Asked Questions

How tall is Tree Germander?

100-200 cm

How wide does Tree Germander spread?

100-250 cm

How big are the flowers on Tree Germander?

1-2 cm

When does Tree Germander bloom?

Spring to summer

Is Tree Germander edible?

No

Is Tree Germander toxic?

None

What is Tree Germander's lifecycle?

Perennial

How is Tree Germander pollinated?

Insect

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