Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
asterotrichum
ID:
445181

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.E.Salmon

Source:
cmp

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 62: 336 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000444513



Common Names

  • Sea Lavender
  • Statice
  • Marsh Rosemary


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Synonyms

  • Statice asterotricha C.E.Salmon [unknown]

Description

Limonium asterotrichum (also called Sea Lavender, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It has small, linear leaves and small, white, star-shaped flowers. It grows in moist, sandy soils and is often found near the coast.

Uses & Benefits

Limonium asterotrichum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Limonium asterotrichum has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and delicate, with long, thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Limonium asterotrichum is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun or partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of temperatures and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 4-9.

Where to Find Limonium asterotrichum

Limonium asterotrichum is native to the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, France, and Italy.

Limonium asterotrichum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Limonium asterotrichum?

Limonium asterotrichum

What type of plant is Limonium asterotrichum?

Limonium asterotrichum is a type of flowering plant.

Where is Limonium asterotrichum found?

Limonium asterotrichum is found in the Mediterranean region.

Species in the Limonium genus

Limonium dichotomum, Limonium diffusum, Limonium viciosoi, Limonium vestitum, Limonium vulgare, Limonium tuberculatum, Limonium transwallisnum, Limonium tournefortii, Limonium tomentellum, Limonium suffruticosum, Limonium ramosissimum, Limonium tenuiculum, Limonium remotispiculum, Limonium recurvum, Limonium pseudodictyocladum, Limonium tenoreanum, Limonium supinum, Limonium sinuatum, Limonium sibthorpianum, Limonium spathulatum, Limonium salmonis, Limonium santapolense, Limonium chazaliei, Limonium chrysopotamicum, Limonium catanense, Limonium catalaunicum, Limonium coincyi, Limonium calcarae, Limonium cancellatum, Limonium calaminare, Limonium caesium, Limonium carpathum, Limonium caprariense, Limonium dubyi, Limonium densissimum, Limonium densiflorum, Limonium echioides, Limonium duriusculum, Limonium dufourii, Limonium cosyrense, Limonium costae, Limonium cordatum, Limonium delicatulum, Limonium cymuliferum, Limonium acutifolium, Limonium albidum, Limonium alutaceum, Limonium anfractum, Limonium binervosum, Limonium biflorum,

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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