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Mountain germander (lat.Teucrium montanum)

Teucrium is a genus of mostly perennial plants in the family Lamiaceae.The name is believed to refer to the Illyrian queen Teuta who treated her arthritis with baths made with this herb. Mountain germander contains natural chloroform, an anesthetic, hence its effect.

Members of the genus are commonly known as germanders.There are hundreds of species, including herbs, shrubs or subshrubs. They are found all over the world but are most common in Mediterranean climate. Mountain germander is very rare and can be found at altitudes higher than 1000m (3300 ft.). It is recognizable by small bushes with pale yellow flowers on the tops of twigs. There is a saying: " Iva the herb brings alive from the dead!” In alternative medicine it is recognized as a appetizer and herbal tonic. Extended use can lead to the hepatotoxicity.