Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
duriusculum
ID:
445049

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Girard) Fourr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1869

Citation Micro:
Ann. Soc. Linn. Lyon , n.s., 17: 141 (1869)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000444381



Common Names

  • Limonium duriusculum
  • Limonium duriusculum
  • Limonium duriusculum


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Synonyms

  • Statice duriuscula Girard [unknown]

Description

Limonium duriusculum (also called Sea Lavender, among many other common names) is a small perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a short stem and narrow, lanceolate leaves and grows in dry, sandy soils. It is typically found in coastal areas and salt marshes.

Uses & Benefits

Limonium duriusculum is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and flower beds. It has a long flowering period and is known for its attractive, pink flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and digestive disorders.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Limonium duriusculum sub. companyonis (Gren. & Billot) O.Bolòs, Vigo, Masalles & Ninot
Limonium duriusculum sub. thiniense (Erben) O.Bolòs, Vigo, Masalles & Ninot

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Limonium duriusculum has small, star-shaped, white, pink or lilac flowers that are borne on slender stems. The seeds are small, black and oval in shape. The seedlings are small and delicate with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Limonium duriusculum is a low-growing, spreading perennial that grows up to 12 inches tall. It is native to Europe and is found in dry, open areas. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in spring. It is also possible to propagate by division.

Where to Find Limonium duriusculum

Limonium duriusculum is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found growing in coastal areas, salt marshes, and other areas with salty soils.

Limonium duriusculum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Limonium duriusculum?

Limonium duriusculum

What is the common name of Limonium duriusculum?

Duriusculum Sea Lavender

What is the natural habitat of Limonium duriusculum?

Salt marshes and coastal dunes

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-2495393: Based on the initial data import
Jules Pierre Fourreau (1844-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fourr.' in the authors string.
Frédéric de Girard (1810-1851): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Girard' in the authors string.