Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
melium
ID:
445244

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nyman) Pignatti

Source:
cmp

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 64: 365 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000444576



Common Names

  • Sea Lavender
  • Statice
  • Marsh Rosemary


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Synonyms

  • Statice cosyrensis melia Nyman [unknown]

Description

Limonium melium (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 melium is a popular ornamental plant that is often used in flower beds and borders. It is also used to make wreaths and bouquets. It is known for its ability to attract butterflies and bees, making it a great addition to any garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Limonium melium 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Limonium melium is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by division or cuttings in the spring or summer. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Limonium melium

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

Limonium melium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Limonium melium?

Limonium melium

What is the common name of Limonium melium?

Sea Lavender

What is the family of Limonium melium?

Plumbaginaceae

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-2495647: Based on the initial data import
Carl Fredrik Nyman (1820-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nyman' in the authors string.
Sandro Pignatti (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pignatti' in the authors string.