Limeum humifusum - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Friedrich
Source:
tro
Year:
1956
Citation Micro:
Mitt. Bot. Staatssamml. München 2: 143 (1956)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001292860
Common Names
- Limeum humifusum
- Humifuse Limeum
- Limeum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Limeum humifusum (also called Humifusum, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has an upright growth habit with dark green, oval-shaped leaves and small white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas and is drought tolerant.
Uses & Benefits
Limeum humifusum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a food source for livestock and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Limeum humifusum flower is small and yellow-green, with four petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Limeum humifusum is a low-growing, mat-forming plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate salt spray.
Where to Find Limeum humifusum
Limeum humifusum can be found in South Africa.
Limeum humifusum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Limeum humifusum?
Limeum humifusum
What is the common name of Limeum humifusum?
Humifusum
What is the family of Limeum humifusum?
Asteraceae
Species in the Limeum genus
Limeum fenestratum, Limeum argutecarinatum, Limeum myosotis, Limeum sulcatum, Limeum viscosum, Limeum pauciflorum, Limeum pterocarpum, Limeum diffusum, Limeum obovatum, Limeum fruticosum, Limeum africanum, Limeum arenicolum, Limeum aethiopicum, Limeum deserticolum, Limeum dinteri, Limeum humifusum, Limeum rhombifolium, Limeum subnudum, Limeum telephioides, Limeum praetermissum,
Species in the Limeaceae family
Limeum fenestratum, Limeum argutecarinatum, Limeum myosotis, Limeum sulcatum, Limeum viscosum, Limeum pauciflorum, Limeum pterocarpum, Limeum diffusum, Limeum obovatum, Limeum fruticosum, Limeum africanum, Limeum arenicolum, Limeum aethiopicum, Limeum deserticolum, Limeum dinteri, Limeum humifusum, Limeum rhombifolium, Limeum subnudum, Limeum telephioides, Limeum praetermissum,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-700146: Based on the initial data import
Hans Christian Friedrich (1925-1992): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Friedrich' in the authors string.