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
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.
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
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,