Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Genus:
Species:
blumei
ID:
1269840

Status:
valid

Authors:
Diels

Source:
tro

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 94: 215 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001269178



Common Names

  • Limacia blumei
  • Blumei Limacia
  • Blume Limacia


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Description

Limacia blumei (also called Blume's Limacia, among many other common names) is a species of sea slug, a marine gastropod mollusk in the family Limaciidae. It is native to the western Pacific Ocean. It is found in shallow water habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Limacia blumei is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and analgesic properties. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a food flavoring.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Limacia blumei is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Limacia blumei is a tropical orchid native to the Amazon rainforest. It can be propagated from seed or division. The seeds should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in spring or fall. The plant prefers partial shade and regular watering.

Where to Find Limacia blumei

Limacia blumei is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Limacia blumei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Limacia blumei?

Limacia blumei

What is the common name of Limacia blumei?

Blume's Limacia

What is the natural habitat of Limacia blumei?

It is found in shallow waters in the Indo-Pacific region.

Species in the Limacia genus

Species in the Menispermaceae family

Abuta acutifolia, Abuta antioquiana, Abuta aristeguietae, Abuta barbata, Abuta brevifolia, Abuta bullata, Abuta candollei, Abuta chiapasensis, Abuta chocoensis, Abuta colombiana, Abuta dwyeriana, Abuta fluminum, Abuta grandifolia, Abuta grisebachii, Abuta imene, Abuta longa, Abuta mycetandra, Abuta obovata, Abuta pahni, Abuta panamensis, Abuta panurensis, Abuta platyphylla, Abuta racemosa, Abuta rufescens, Abuta sandwithiana, Abuta seemannii, Abuta selloana, Abuta solimoesensis, Abuta soukupii, Abuta spicata, Abuta steyermarkii, Abuta vaupesensis, Abuta velutina, Albertisia apiculata, Albertisia capituliflora, Albertisia cordifolia, Albertisia crassa, Albertisia cuneata, Albertisia delagoensis, Albertisia exelliana, Albertisia ferruginea, Albertisia glabra, Albertisia laurifolia, Albertisia mangenotii, Albertisia mecistophylla, Albertisia megacarpa, Albertisia papuana, Albertisia porcata, Albertisia puberula, Albertisia scandens,

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