Sideritis amagroi
Care, watering, light and tips for Sideritis amagroi on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Lamiaceae
- Difficulty: Easy to care for
- Watering: every 4 days
- Light: Full sun
- Temperature: 5–35 °C
About Sideritis amagroi
Sideritis amagroi, known as Amagro-Gliedkraut, is a perennial plant endemic to Gran Canaria, belonging to the Lamiaceae family. It is characterized by its velvety, silvery leaves and pale yellow flower spikes, making it ideal for rock gardens or xeriscaping, providing unique texture and color. Its compact habit and resilience make it an excellent choice for arid or coastal areas.
Native range
Endemic to Gran Canaria, Canary Islands, Spain.
Care tips
It requires full sun for optimal growth and abundant flowering. Watering should be infrequent, allowing the substrate to dry out completely between waterings, as it is very sensitive to excess moisture and waterlogging. It prefers well-drained soils, preferably sandy or stony, with a neutral to slightly alkaline pH. Avoid over-fertilizing, as it is not needed and can be detrimental.
How to save a dying Sideritis amagroi
- Warning signs
- Soft, yellowing leaves or dark spots. Limp stem. Weak or absent aroma.
- First aid
- Check drainage and substrate moisture. Ensure good ventilation. Protect from intense direct sun.
- What kills it
- Overwatering and poor drainage, rotting its roots. Also extreme cold and frost.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if roots are not completely rotted. Act fast by controlling water and exposure.