Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
crithmoides
ID:
120977

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Dumort.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1827

Citation Micro:
Fl. Belg. 68 (1827) (1827)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000120306



Common Names

  • Crimson Cushion
  • Crimson Carpet
  • Crithmoides


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Synonyms

  • Inula crithmoides crithmoides [unknown]
  • Jacobaea crithmoides (L.) Merino [unknown]

Description

Limbarda crithmoides (also called sand-daphne, among many other common names) is a low-growing, evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, grey-green leaves and white flowers. It is found in sandy soils, such as coastal dunes and sandstone cliffs.

Uses & Benefits

Limbarda crithmoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat headaches, fever, and skin diseases. It is also used as a food source and forage for livestock.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Limbarda crithmoides sub. longifolia (Arcang.) Greuter
Limbarda crithmoides sub. crithmoides

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Limbarda crithmoides is white and has a diameter of 2 cm. The seeds are small and black in colour. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Limbarda crithmoides is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated through division or cuttings. Division is best done in the spring or early summer. Cuttings can be taken in the summer and rooted in a potting mix.

Where to Find Limbarda crithmoides

Limbarda crithmoides is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in rocky, coastal habitats.

Limbarda crithmoides FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Limbarda crithmoides?

Limbarda crithmoides prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

What is the lifespan of Limbarda crithmoides?

Limbarda crithmoides is an annual plant and will only live for one season.

What is the optimal temperature for Limbarda crithmoides?

Limbarda crithmoides prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).

Species in the Limbarda genus

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-81575: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Barthélémy Du Mortier (1797-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dumort.' in the authors string.