Woolly grey-green Mediterranean herb (ironwort) whose dried flowering stems are brewed as a tea.
Hardiness ratings
| System | Rating | Temperature range | How to read it |
|---|---|---|---|
| USDA hardiness zone | Zone 7–10 | −17.8 °C to 4.4 °C | Plant tolerates down to this zone |
| RHS hardiness rating | H4 | −10 °C to −5 °C | Plant needs at least this level of cold tolerance |
| Canadian plant hardiness zone | Zone 7–8 | −12 °C to −1 °C | Plant tolerates down to this zone |
| Australian (ANBG) zone | Zone 2–5 | −10 °C to 10 °C | Plant tolerates down to this zone |
Growing notes
- Dried flowering stems are brewed as Greek mountain tea (ironwort)
- A drought- and cold-tolerant mountain plant needing sharp drainage and full sun
- Consult a qualified practitioner before using medicinally
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