Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
auriculae-ursifolium
ID:
733637

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pourr.) Druce

Source:
cmp

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
List Brit. Pl. , ed. 2: 77 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000732970



Common Names

  • Bear's-ear Sea-lavender
  • Limonium auriculae-ursifolium
  • Sea-lavender


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Synonyms

  • Limonium lychnidifolium Kuntze [unknown]
  • Statice auriculae-ursifolia Pourr. [unknown]
  • Statice lychnidifolia Girard [unknown]

Description

Limonium auriculae-ursifolium (also called sea lavender, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Plumbaginaceae family. It is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region, growing in sunny, sandy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Limonium auriculae-ursifolium is a popular ornamental shrub, often used as a hedge or border plant in gardens. Its flowers are edible and can be used in salads or cooked as a vegetable. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Limonium auriculae-ursifolium sub. multillorum (Pignatti) Pignatti
Limonium auriculae-ursifolium sub. lusitanicum (Pignatti) Pignatti

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Limonium auriculae-ursifolium has small, white flowers with yellow centers and long, slender seedpods. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Limonium auriculae-ursifolium is a hardy perennial that can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil and is tolerant of dry conditions. It can be grown in containers and should be watered regularly during dry periods. Pruning is not necessary.

Where to Find Limonium auriculae-ursifolium

Limonium auriculae-ursifolium is native to Europe and western Asia. It is found in coastal areas, salt marshes, and disturbed areas.

Limonium auriculae-ursifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Limonium auriculae-ursifolium?

Limonium auriculae-ursifolium

What is the common name of Limonium auriculae-ursifolium?

Bear's Ear Sea Lavender

Where is Limonium auriculae-ursifolium native to?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2867980: Based on the initial data import
George Claridge Druce (1850-1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Druce' in the authors string.
Pierre André Pourret (1754-1818): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pourr.' in the authors string.