Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1753
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 203 (1753)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000360401
Common Names
- Cuminoides
- Lagoecia Cuminoides
- Cumin-like Lagoecia
Synonyms
- Cuminoides obliqua Moench [unknown]
Description
Lagoecia cuminoides (also called 'Cumin-leaved Lagoecia', among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, white flowers and narrow, lance-shaped leaves. It is found in coastal areas, salt marshes, and other areas with salty soils.
Uses & Benefits
Lagoecia cuminoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lagoecia cuminoides is a small, white, star-shaped flower with three petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lagoecia cuminoides is a deciduous shrub that can grow up to 2m tall. It prefers full sun or partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by softwood cuttings in summer or by layering in autumn. It can also be propagated from seed, but it is not recommended as it is slow and unreliable.
Where to Find Lagoecia cuminoides
Lagoecia cuminoides can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Americas. It is commonly found in woodlands, savannas, and grasslands.
Lagoecia cuminoides FAQ
What is the common name of Lagoecia cuminoides?
Cumin-like lagoecia
What is the natural habitat of Lagoecia cuminoides?
Grasslands and scrublands
What are the edible parts of Lagoecia cuminoides?
Leaves
Species in the Lagoecia genus
Species in the Apiaceae family
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Aciphylla crosby-smithii,
Aciphylla cuthbertiana,
Aciphylla dieffenbachii,
Aciphylla dissecta,
Aciphylla divisa,
Aciphylla dobsonii,
Aciphylla ferox,
Aciphylla flexuosa,
Aciphylla glacialis,
Aciphylla glaucescens,
Aciphylla gracilis,
Aciphylla hectori,
Aciphylla hookeri,
Aciphylla horrida,
Aciphylla indurata,
Aciphylla inermis,
Aciphylla kirkii,
Aciphylla latibracteata,
Aciphylla lecomtei,
Aciphylla leighii,
Aciphylla lyallii,
Aciphylla monroi,
Aciphylla montana,
Aciphylla multisecta,
Aciphylla pinnatifida,
Aciphylla polita,
Aciphylla poppelwellii,
Aciphylla scott-thomsonii,
Aciphylla similis,
Aciphylla simplex,
Aciphylla simplicifolia,
Aciphylla spedeni,
Aciphylla squarrosa,
Aciphylla stannensis,
Aciphylla subflabellata,
Aciphylla takahea,
Aciphylla traillii,
Aciphylla traversii,
Aciphylla trifoliolata,
Aciphylla verticillata,
Acronema alpinum,
Acronema astrantiifolium,
Acronema brevipedicellatum,
Acronema bryophilum,