Cedronella

Taxobox
name = "Cedronella canariensis"

---

image_width = 240px
regnum = Plantae
divisio = Magnoliophyta
classis = Magnoliopsida
ordo = Lamiales
familia = Lamiaceae
genus = "Cedronella"
species = "C. canariensis"
binomial = "Cedronella canariensis"
binomial_authority = (L.) Webb & Berthel.

"Cedronella" is a genus of flowering plants in the family Lamiaceae, comprising a single species, "Cedronella canariensis", endemic to the Canary Islands.

It is a perennial herbaceous plant growing to 1-1.5 m tall. The distinctive feature of these plants is the compound leaves consisting of 3 leaflets, unusual in the Lamiaceae, which usually have simple leaves. The leafy stems terminate in dense, short spikes of flowers with tubular 2-lipped white or pink flowers.

The genus name is a diminutive of "Cedrus", though the only connection between this herb and the large conifers of "Cedrus" being a vaguely similar resinous scent of the foliage.

Cultivation

Grown outdoors in mild climates, these perennials need protection in a sunny position in the herb garden and moist, well-drained soil. In cool climates they can be grown in a sunny conservatory. Water freely in the growing season. Propagate from seed or from cuttings.

External links