Cut-leaf germander (Teucrium botrys, Sp. Pl.: 562 (1753))

Family: Lamiaceae

Author: L.

Bibliography: Sp. Pl.: 562 (1753)

Year: 1753

Status: accepted

Rank: species

Genus: Teucrium

Vegetable: False

Observations: Europe, NW. Africa

Description

The Cut-leaf Germander, scientifically known as Teucrium botrys, is a remarkable herbaceous plant belonging to the Lamiaceae family. First described by Carl Linnaeus in his seminal work “Species Plantarum” in 1753, Teucrium botrys has been known for its distinct appearance and adaptability.

This plant is native to various regions of Europe and Northwest Africa, thriving in their diverse climates and soils. The Cut-leaf Germander is often recognized by its deeply lobed leaves, giving it a finely cut appearance that contributes to its common name. The plant typically grows in well-drained soils and can be found in both natural habitats and cultivated gardens.

Teucrium botrys is also admired for its ornamental value. The plant produces small, yet striking, flowers that can vary in color, often attracting pollinators such as bees and butterflies. These flowers add a splash of color to the natural landscapes where the plant is found, further enhancing its ecological importance.

In addition to its aesthetic and ecological values, the Cut-leaf Germander holds certain historical medicinal uses. Traditional remedies have utilized parts of the plant to treat various ailments, although its use in modern medicine is less common and should be approached with caution and proper guidance.

Overall, Teucrium botrys stands out as a fascinating species within the Lamiaceae family, contributing both beauty and function to its native regions while carrying a historical significance recognized since Linnaeus’s time.

Common Names

Eng: cut-leaved germander, cutleaf germander, cut-leaf germander, cut-leaved annual germander
Dan: drue-kortlæbe
Deu: trauben-gamander, traubengamander
Swe: druvgamander
Fra: germandrée botryde, germandrée en grappe
Est: kobar-tarinõges
Nld: trosgamander
Nob: druefirtann
Nno: druefirtann
Cym: chwerwlys torddail
En: Cut-leaf germander, Cutleaf germander, Cut-leaved germander, Cut-leaved annual germander
Bg: Едногодишно подъбиче
Cs: Ožanka hroznatá
Da: Drue-kortlæbe
Nl: Trosgamander
Et: Kobar-tarinõges
Fi: Liuskateurikka
Fr: Germandrée botryde, Germandrée en grappe
De: Trauben-Gamander, Traubengamander
It: Camedrio secondo
Nb: Druefirtann
Nn: Druefirtann
Es: Germandrina, Pinillo hembra de jaraba
Sv: Druvgamander
Cy: Chwerwlys torddail

Synonyms

• Chamaedrys laciniata (Gray)
• Trixago botrys ((L.) Raf.)
• Teucrium alpinum (L.)
• Teucrium chamaedryoides ((Fourr.) Bubani)
• Teucrium botrys var. albiflorum (Lej.)
• Monochilon bipinnatifidus (Dulac)
• Botrys chamaedryoides (Fourr.)
• Teucrium botrydium (St.-Lag.)
• Scorodonia botrys ((L.) Ser.)
• Chamaedrys botrys ((L.) Moench)
• Teucrium botrys f. albiflorum (Socorro & Aroza)

Distribution

• Algeria (native)
• Austria (native)
• Baleares (native)
• Belgium (native)
• Czechoslovakia (native)
• France (native)
• Great Britain (native)
• Hungary (native)
• Italy (native)
• Morocco (native)
• Netherlands (native)
• Poland (native)
• Romania (native)
• Spain (native)
• Switzerland (native)
• Ukraine (native)
• Yugoslavia (native)
• Connecticut (introduced)
• Maine (introduced)
• New York (introduced)
• Ontario (introduced)
• Pennsylvania (introduced)
• West Virginia (introduced)

Additional Images

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© copyright of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.

© copyright of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.

Leaf

Taken May 31, 2017 by Yoan MARTIN (cc-by-sa)

Taken Aug 18, 2022 by Fabrice Rubio (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 18, 2017 by Yoan MARTIN (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 23, 2016 by huy HO (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 18, 2017 by Yoan MARTIN (cc-by-sa)

Flower

Taken Jun 24, 2019 by Hélène Scherrer (cc-by-sa)

Taken Aug 18, 2022 by Fabrice Rubio (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 23, 2016 by huy HO (cc-by-sa)

Taken Aug 18, 2022 by Fabrice Rubio (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 14, 2017 by Bernard Sudan (cc-by-sa)

Habit

Taken Jun 28, 2016 by Tela Botanica − Aurélien DESCHATRES (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jul 21, 2014 by Tela Botanica − Anne PATOUX (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 18, 2017 by Yoan MARTIN (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 18, 2017 by Yoan MARTIN (cc-by-sa)

Taken Aug 18, 2022 by Fabrice Rubio (cc-by-sa)

Bark

Taken Apr 11, 2021 by fiorix.ga (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 26, 2013 by Tela Botanica − Paul FABRE (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jul 2, 2020 by Matt P. Walser (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 6, 2019 by Hélène Scherrer (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 18, 2017 by Yoan MARTIN (cc-by-sa)

Other

Taken Jun 29, 2013 by Tela Botanica − Liliane Roubaudi (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 29, 2013 by Tela Botanica − Liliane Roubaudi (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 21, 2000 by Tela Botanica − Liliane ROUBAUDI (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 21, 2000 by Tela Botanica − Liliane ROUBAUDI (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 21, 2000 by Tela Botanica − Liliane ROUBAUDI (cc-by-sa)

Fruit

Taken May 26, 2013 by Tela Botanica − Paul FABRE (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 26, 2013 by Tela Botanica − Paul FABRE (cc-by-sa)

Sources

• WFO (No URL)
• IPNI (No URL)
• GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/2926903)
• POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:460274-1)
• PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Teucrium botrys L.)

Specifications

Growth habit: Forb/herb

Growth

Bloom months: [‘jun’, ‘jul’, ‘aug’, ‘sep’, ‘oct’]