About Teucrium polium L.
Scientific Classification and Common Name
Teucrium polium L., popularly known as felty germander, is a sub-shrub and herb native to the western Mediterranean region, including Albania, North Macedonia, Spain, France, Algeria, Morocco, and Tunisia.
Flower Characteristics
It produces small flowers that range in color from pink to white.
Traditional Uses
The leaves of this plant are used both in cooking and for medicinal purposes.
Safety Profile
In traditional medicine, Teucrium polium is used for a variety of proposed treatments, though the plant has the potential to cause liver toxicity.
