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Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in cooler months.
Also known as Forest Germander · Large-Leaved Germander · Sage-Leaf Germander
Teucrium scorodonia, commonly known as Woodland Germander, is a hardy perennial herb native to Europe, valued for its aromatic foliage and small flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
70% intensity
Tolerates various light conditions.
Water when the top inch of soil feels dry.
50% intensity
Reduce in winter.
Well-drained soil is essential. Tolerates poor, sandy, or chalky soils. Slightly acidic to alkaline pH is acceptable.
50% intensity
Thrives in average room temperatures.
60% intensity
Tolerates cooler conditions.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Feed sparingly in spring with a balanced liquid fertilizer.
20% intensity
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in cooler months.
Prune in early spring to remove dead or damaged growth and to shape the plant. Cut back by about one-third to encourage bushier growth.
Easily propagated from seed sown in spring or from semi-ripe cuttings taken in summer. Division of established clumps is also effective.
For container-grown plants, repot every 2-3 years in spring into a slightly larger pot with fresh, well-draining compost.
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Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Woodland Germander (Teucrium scorodonia)
Where Woodland Germander (Teucrium scorodonia) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Lamiaceae |
| Genus | Teucrium |
| Species | Teucrium scorodonia |
Similar in genus Teucrium
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