Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
morisii
ID:
549785

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1848

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 12: 687 (1848)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000549117

Common Names

  • Moris' Thrift
  • Moris' Sea Pink
  • Moris' Sea Thrift

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Synonyms

  • Armeria maritima morisii (Boiss.) Bernis [unknown]
  • Armeria gussonei Boiss. [unknown]
  • Armeria latifolia Moris [unknown]
  • Armeria morisii gussonei (Boiss.) Parl. [unknown]
  • Armeria morisii macropoda (Boiss.) Parl. [unknown]

Description

Armeria morisii (also called Moris' Thrift, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Plumbaginaceae family. It is native to the Canary Islands and is found in rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Armeria morisii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Armeria morisii is a pinkish-white, star-shaped bloom. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Armeria morisii is a perennial plant that is cultivated from seeds or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is best done in spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the basal portion of the plant and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Armeria morisii

Armeria morisii is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found in dry grasslands and rocky areas.

Armeria morisii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Armeria morisii?

Armeria morisii

What is the common name of Armeria morisii?

Moris' Thrift

What type of plant is Armeria morisii?

Perennial

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,

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