Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
bigerrensis
ID:
549405

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vicioso & Beltrán) Pau ex Rivas Mart.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Anales Inst. Bot. Cavanilles 21: 249 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000548737



Common Names

  • Armeria bigerrensis
  • Bigerrensis Thrift
  • Bigerrensis Sea-pink


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Synonyms

  • Armeria caespitosa bigerrensis Vicioso & Beltrán [unknown]
  • Armeria splendens bigerrensis (C.Vicioso & Beltrán) P.Silva [unknown]

Description

Armeria bigerrensis (also called Bigerren Thrift, among many other common names) is a perennial plant with small, pink flowers and grass-like leaves. It is native to the Canary Islands, and is found in rocky habitats, such as cliffs and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Armeria bigerrensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used to make baskets and mats.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Armeria bigerrensis sub. losae (Bernis) Rivas Mart., T.E.Díaz, Fern.Prieto, Loidi & Penas
Armeria bigerrensis sub. microcephala (Willk.) Nieto Fel.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Armeria bigerrensis is a small, white or pink flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, slender plant with a single, unbranched stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Armeria bigerrensis is a species of flowering plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is a low-growing, mat-forming perennial that can reach up to 20 cm (8 in) in height. It is best propagated from seed, which can be sown in a well-draining soil mix. It prefers a sunny location and needs regular watering during the summer months.

Where to Find Armeria bigerrensis

Armeria bigerrensis is native to Portugal and Spain. It can be found in the Atlantic coastal regions of both countries.

Armeria bigerrensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Armeria bigerrensis?

Armeria bigerrensis

What is the family of Armeria bigerrensis?

Plumbaginaceae

What is the common name of Armeria bigerrensis?

Bigerrens thrift

Species in the Armeria genus

Armeria alboi, Armeria alliacea, Armeria alpina, Armeria alpinifolia, Armeria apollinaris, Armeria arcuata, Armeria arenaria, Armeria aspromontana, Armeria atlantica, Armeria beirana, Armeria belgenciensis, Armeria berlengensis, Armeria bigerrensis, Armeria bourgaei, Armeria brutia, Armeria bubanii, Armeria caballeroi, Armeria caespitosa, Armeria canescens, Armeria cantabrica, Armeria capitella, Armeria cariensis, Armeria castellana, Armeria castroviejoi, Armeria choulettiana, Armeria ciliata, Armeria colorata, Armeria curvifolia, Armeria denticulata, Armeria duriaei, Armeria ebracteata, Armeria eriophylla, Armeria euscadiensis, Armeria fibrosa, Armeria filicaulis, Armeria fontqueri, Armeria gaditiana, Armeria genesiana, Armeria girardii, Armeria godayana, Armeria hirta, Armeria hispalensis, Armeria humilis, Armeria icarica, Armeria johnsenii, Armeria juniperifolia, Armeria langei, Armeria leonis, Armeria leucocephala, Armeria linkiana,

Species in the Plumbaginaceae family

Acantholimon ekimii, Acantholimon mobayenii, Acantholimon multiflorum, Acantholimon acanthobryum, Acantholimon acerosum, Acantholimon acmostegium, Acantholimon afanassievii, Acantholimon agropyroideum, Acantholimon ahangarensis, Acantholimon alaicum, Acantholimon alatavicum, Acantholimon alavae, Acantholimon albertii, Acantholimon albocalycinum, Acantholimon alexandri, Acantholimon alexeenkoanum, Acantholimon amoenum, Acantholimon anisophyllum, Acantholimon annae, Acantholimon antilibanoticum, Acantholimon anzobicum, Acantholimon araxanum, Acantholimon argyrostachyum, Acantholimon aristulatum, Acantholimon armenum, Acantholimon artosense, Acantholimon arundoscapum, Acantholimon aspadanum, Acantholimon asphodelinum, Acantholimon astragalinum, Acantholimon atrofuscum, Acantholimon atropatanum, Acantholimon auganum, Acantholimon aulieatense, Acantholimon austroiranicum, Acantholimon avanosicum, Acantholimon avenaceum, Acantholimon azizae, Acantholimon bakhtiaricum, Acantholimon balchanicum, Acantholimon bashkaleicum, Acantholimon birandii, Acantholimon blakelockii, Acantholimon blandum, Acantholimon bodeanum, Acantholimon bonesseae, Acantholimon borodinii, Acantholimon brachyphyllum, Acantholimon brachystachyum, Acantholimon bracteatum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2652276: Based on the initial data import
Benito Vicioso Trigo (1850-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vicioso' in the authors string.
Carlos Pau y Español (1857-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pau' in the authors string.
Salvador Rivas Martínez (1935-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rivas Mart.' in the authors string.
Francisco Beltrán (1886-1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Beltrán' in the authors string.