Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
girardianum
ID:
445330

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kuntze

Source:
cmp

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 2: 395. 1891 [5 Nov 1891]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000444662



Common Names

  • Sea Lavender
  • Statice
  • Marsh Rosemary


Searching for Limonium girardianum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Statice girardiana Guss. [unknown]

Description

Limonium girardianum (also called Sea Lavender, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial shrub with a woody base, native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in sandy soils, and prefers sunny, dry locations.

Uses & Benefits

Limonium girardianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a groundcover.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Limonium girardianum sub. balearicum (Pignatti) O.Bolòs, Vigo, Masalles & Ninot
Limonium girardianum sub. grosii (L.Llorens) O.Bolòs, Vigo, Masalles & Ninot

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Limonium girardianum is a small, white to pale pink, five-petalled flower with a yellow centre, and the seed is a small, black, three-angled nutlet. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.

Searching for Limonium girardianum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Limonium girardianum 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 girardianum

Limonium girardianum can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Limonium girardianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Limonium girardianum?

Limonium girardianum

What type of plant is Limonium girardianum?

Limonium girardianum is a type of flowering plant.

Where is Limonium girardianum found?

Limonium girardianum 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2495742: Based on the initial data import
Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.