Status:
valid
Authors:
(Chiov.) M.B.Crespo & M.D.Lledó
Source:
cmp
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 132: 171 (2000)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000596394
Common Names
- Ceratolimon migiurtinum
- Migiurtinum Hook Grass
- Migiurtinum Grass
Synonyms
- Bubania migiurtina Chiov. [unknown]
- Ceratolimon rechingeri (J.R.Edm.) M.B.Crespo & M.D.Lledó [unknown]
- Limoniastrum rechingeri J.R.Edm. [unknown]
Description
Ceratolimon migiurtinum (also called Migiurtin's Hook Sedge, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe and temperate Asia. It is found in wet soils, and is often found in marshes, ponds, and lakes.
Uses & Benefits
Ceratolimon migiurtinum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a ground cover in areas with poor soil.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ceratolimon migiurtinum has small, white flowers that are borne in dense clusters. The seeds are small, black, and the seedlings are slender and upright.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ceratolimon migiurtinum is a low-growing, mat-forming, evergreen perennial that typically grows to only 1” tall but spreads to 12” wide or more. It is native to rocky places in Europe and Asia. It features small, white, star-like flowers in spring. It is best grown in well-drained, average to poor soils in full sun to part shade. Propagation is by seed or division.
Where to Find Ceratolimon migiurtinum
Ceratolimon migiurtinum is found in East Asia.
Ceratolimon migiurtinum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ceratolimon migiurtinum?
Ceratolimon migiurtinum
What is the common name of Ceratolimon migiurtinum?
Migiurtinum Ceratolimon
What is the growth habit of Ceratolimon migiurtinum?
It is a low-growing, mat-forming perennial
Species in the Ceratolimon genus
Species in the Plumbaginaceae family
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Acantholimon alavae,
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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,
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Acantholimon avenaceum,
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Acantholimon bakhtiaricum,
Acantholimon balchanicum,
Acantholimon bashkaleicum,
Acantholimon birandii,
Acantholimon blakelockii,
Acantholimon blandum,
Acantholimon bodeanum,
Acantholimon bonesseae,
Acantholimon borodinii,
Acantholimon brachyphyllum,
Acantholimon brachystachyum,
Acantholimon bracteatum,