Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rhombifolium
ID:
1293528

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.Schellenb.

Source:
tro

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 48: 496 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001292866

Common Names

  • Limeum rhombifolium
  • Rhombifolium Limeum
  • Limeum

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Description

Limeum rhombifolium (also called Rhombifolium, 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 rhombifolium 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 flower of Limeum rhombifolium is a small, white, five-petaled flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Limeum rhombifolium 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 rhombifolium

Limeum rhombifolium can be found in South Africa.

Limeum rhombifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Limeum rhombifolium?

Limeum rhombifolium

What is the common name of Limeum rhombifolium?

Rhombifolium

What is the family of Limeum rhombifolium?

Asteraceae

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-700160: Based on the initial data import
Gustav Schellenberg (1882-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Schellenb.' in the authors string.