Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
humilis
ID:
445336

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gilg) B.G.Briggs & L.A.S.Johnson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Telopea 8: 28 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000444668



Common Names

  • Hypolaena
  • Climbing Daisy
  • Climbing Daisy Bush


Searching for Hypolaena humilis? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Leptocarpus humilis Gilg [unknown]

Description

Hypolaena humilis (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

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hypolaena humilis 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 Hypolaena humilis? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Hypolaena humilis is a low-growing, spreading perennial that grows up to 12 inches tall. It is native to Australia 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 Hypolaena humilis

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

Hypolaena humilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypolaena humilis?

Hypolaena humilis

What is the common name of Hypolaena humilis?

Dwarf hypolaena

Where is Hypolaena humilis found?

Hypolaena humilis is found in Australia

Species in the Restionaceae family

Alexgeorgea ganopoda, Alexgeorgea nitens, Alexgeorgea subterranea, Anarthria gracilis, Anarthria humilis, Anarthria laevis, Anarthria polyphylla, Anarthria prolifera, Anarthria scabra, Anthochortus capensis, Anthochortus crinalis, Anthochortus ecklonii, Anthochortus graminifolius, Anthochortus insignis, Anthochortus laxiflorus, Anthochortus singularis, Aphelia brizula, Aphelia cyperoides, Aphelia drummondii, Aphelia gracilis, Aphelia nutans, Aphelia pumilio, Apodasmia brownii, Apodasmia chilensis, Apodasmia similis, Apodasmia ceramophila, Askidiosperma alboaristatum, Askidiosperma alticola, Askidiosperma andreaeanum, Askidiosperma capitatum, Askidiosperma chartaceum, Askidiosperma delicatulum, Askidiosperma esterhuyseniae, Askidiosperma insigne, Askidiosperma longiflorum, Askidiosperma nitidum, Askidiosperma paniculatum, Askidiosperma rugosum, Askidiosperma alticolum, Baloskion australe, Baloskion fimbriatum, Baloskion gracile, Baloskion longipes, Baloskion pallens, Baloskion stenocoleum, Baloskion tenuiculme, Baloskion tetraphyllum, Calorophus elongatus, Calorophus erostris, Cannomois aristata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-249575: Based on the initial data import
Ernst Friedrich Gilg (1867-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gilg' in the authors string.
Lawrence Alexander Sidney Johnson (1925-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.A.S.Johnson' in the authors string.
Barbara G. Briggs (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.G.Briggs' in the authors string.