Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
arenicolum
ID:
1293516

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.Schellenb.

Source:
tro

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 48: 496 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001292854



Common Names

  • Limeum arenicolum
  • Arenicolum Limeum
  • Arenicolum Sea Purslane


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Description

Limeum arenicolum (also called sand limeum, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Namibia and Angola. It grows in sandy areas, such as desert flats and dunes.

Uses & Benefits

Limeum arenicolum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a food source for livestock and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Limeum arenicolum flower is small and yellow-green, with four petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Limeum arenicolum is a low-growing, mat-forming plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate salt spray.

Where to Find Limeum arenicolum

Limeum arenicolum can be found in South Africa.

Limeum arenicolum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Limeum arenicolum?

Limeum arenicolum

What is the common name of Limeum arenicolum?

Arenicolum

What is the family of Limeum arenicolum?

Asteraceae

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-700127: Based on the initial data import
Gustav Schellenberg (1882-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Schellenb.' in the authors string.