Thymelaea lythroides - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lythroides
ID:
1283034
Status:
valid
Authors:
Barratte & Murb.
Source:
tro
Year:
1905
Citation Micro:
Acta Univ. Lund., 2 , 2(1): 69 (1905)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001282372
Common Names
- Thymelaea lythroides
- Thymelaea
- Lythroides
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Thymelaea lythroides (also called Mediterranean Saltwort, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in rocky, coastal habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Thymelaea lythroides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin conditions and respiratory ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Thymelaea lythroides has small, yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Thymelaea lythroides can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist medium. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Thymelaea lythroides
Thymelaea lythroides can be found in the Mediterranean region.
Thymelaea lythroides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thymelaea lythroides?
Thymelaea lythroides
What is the common name of Thymelaea lythroides?
Lythroides Thymelaea
What is the natural habitat of Thymelaea lythroides?
Dry, rocky hillsides
Species in the Thymelaea genus
Thymelaea ruizii, Thymelaea pubescens, Thymelaea procumbens, Thymelaea villosa, Thymelaea velutina, Thymelaea tinctoria, Thymelaea tarton-raira, Thymelaea subrepens, Thymelaea dioica, Thymelaea coridifolia, Thymelaea granatensis, Thymelaea mesopotamica, Thymelaea lanuginosa, Thymelaea hirsuta, Thymelaea sanamunda, Thymelaea calycina, Thymelaea broteriana, Thymelaea passerina, Thymelaea bulgarica, Thymelaea aucheri, Thymelaea virescens, Thymelaea cilicica, Thymelaea virgata, Thymelaea antiatlantica, Thymelaea argentata, Thymelaea conradiae, Thymelaea gattefossei, Thymelaea gussonei, Thymelaea lythroides, Thymelaea putorioides, Thymelaea salsa, Thymelaea sempervirens, Thymelaea microphylla,
Species in the Thymelaeaceae family
Aetoxylon sympetalum, Amyxa pluricornis, Aquilaria apiculata, Aquilaria baillonii, Aquilaria banaense, Aquilaria beccariana, Aquilaria brachyantha, Aquilaria citrinicarpa, Aquilaria crassna, Aquilaria cumingiana, Aquilaria decemcostata, Aquilaria filaria, Aquilaria hirta, Aquilaria khasiana, Aquilaria microcarpa, Aquilaria parvifolia, Aquilaria rostrata, Aquilaria rugosa, Aquilaria sinensis, Aquilaria subintegra, Aquilaria urdanetensis, Aquilaria yunnanensis, Aquilaria malaccensis, Aquilaria banaensis, Arnhemia cryptantha, Atemnosiphon coriaceus, Craterosiphon beniensis, Craterosiphon devredii, Craterosiphon louisii, Craterosiphon micranthum, Craterosiphon montanus, Craterosiphon pseudoscandens, Craterosiphon quarrei, Craterosiphon scandens, Craterosiphon schmitzii, Craterosiphon soyauxii, Craterosiphon beniense, Dais cotinifolia, Dais glaucescens, Daphne wolongensis, Daphne hekouensis, Daphne acutiloba, Daphne alpina, Daphne altaica, Daphne arbuscula, Daphne arisanensis, Daphne aurantiaca, Daphne axillaris, Daphne bholua, Daphne blagayana,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50317133: Based on the initial data import
Svante Samuel Murbeck (1859-1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Murb.' in the authors string.
Gustave Barratte (1857-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barratte' in the authors string.