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woodland germander

Teucrium scorodonia

Woodland germander is a lovely plant that grows in shady places like forests. Its leaves are green and can smell a bit like garlic when you touch them!

Habitat: Forests

Appearance

The woodland germander is a herbaceous perennial with square stems and crinkled, oval, toothed leaves resembling sage. It produces small, pale yellow-green to purplish-white flowers arranged in loose, leafy spikes, giving it a delicate, understated beauty.

KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderLamialesFamilyLamiaceaeGenusTeucrium
woodland germander
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woodland germander

Category

Plants

Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

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Interesting facts

Ancient healers once used woodland germander for its special properties!

Feel its stem; it's perfectly square, a cool trick from its mint family!

Its scientific name, Teucrium, honors an ancient Trojan prince!

Look closely: its tiny flowers have a lip that looks like a miniature orchid!

Special abilities

Ability

Root Raider

Woodland germander can spread its roots underground to pop up new plants, quickly covering ground and outcompeting others.

Ability

Scent Shield

Its leaves release a strong, aromatic scent when crushed, which helps deter some herbivores from munching on it.

Ability

Shade Seeker

This plant thrives in woodland shadows, expertly using limited light where many other sun-loving plants struggle to grow.

Measurements & details

Height
30-60 cm
Spread
20-40 cm
Flower Size
1-1.5 cm
Bloom Season
Summer
Edible
No
Toxicity
None
Lifecycle
Perennial
Pollination Method
Insect

Ecological connections

pollinates

Honey Bee

Apis mellifera

Vital for spreading its pollen.

pollinates

Common Carder Bee

Bombus pascuorum

Buzzing bees visit its flowers.

pollinates

Drone Fly

Eristalis tenax

Hoverflies also aid pollination.

parasitizes

Germander Rust

Puccinia teucrii

A tiny fungus that feeds from its leaves.

Traits

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Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Always look but don't touch plants unless a grown-up says it's okay.

Frequently Asked Questions

How tall is woodland germander?

30-60 cm

How wide does woodland germander spread?

20-40 cm

How big are the flowers on woodland germander?

1-1.5 cm

When does woodland germander bloom?

Summer

Is woodland germander edible?

No

Is woodland germander toxic?

None

What is woodland germander's lifecycle?

Perennial

How is woodland germander pollinated?

Insect

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