Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
compressa
ID:
539608

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.Bolus) H.E.K.Hartmann

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
in Bothalia 28: 71. 1998.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000538940

Common Names

  • Antimima compressa
  • Compressed Antimima
  • Compact Antimima

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Synonyms

  • Ruschia compressa L.Bolus [unknown]

Description

Antimima compressa (also called Compressed Antimima, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has small, oval leaves and white, star-shaped flowers. It grows in dry grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Antimima compressa is used for ornamental purposes in gardens and as a groundcover in landscaping. It is also used to stabilize soil on slopes and embankments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Antimima compressa is white or yellowish-white, with 4-7 petals. The seed is small, round, and dark brown. The seedlings are small, with a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Antimima compressa is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil and can tolerate drought and light frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Antimima compressa

Antimima compressa can be found in South Africa.

Antimima compressa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Antimima compressa?

Antimima compressa

What is the natural habitat of Antimima compressa?

Tropical and subtropical climates

What is the average height of Antimima compressa?

2-3 meters

Species in the Antimima genus

Antimima addita, Antimima alborubra, Antimima amoena, Antimima androsacea, Antimima argentea, Antimima aurasensis, Antimima biformis, Antimima bina, Antimima bracteata, Antimima brevicarpa, Antimima brevicollis, Antimima buchubergensis, Antimima compacta, Antimima compressa, Antimima concinna, Antimima condensa, Antimima dasyphylla, Antimima defecta, Antimima dekenahi, Antimima distans, Antimima dolomitica, Antimima dualis, Antimima eendornensis, Antimima elevata, Antimima emarcescens, Antimima erosa, Antimima evoluta, Antimima excedens, Antimima exsurgens, Antimima fenestrata, Antimima fergusoniae, Antimima gracillima, Antimima granitica, Antimima hallii, Antimima hamatilis, Antimima hantamensis, Antimima herrei, Antimima insidens, Antimima intervallaris, Antimima ivori, Antimima karroidea, Antimima klaverensis, Antimima koekenaapensis, Antimima komkansica, Antimima lawsonii, Antimima leipoldtii, Antimima leucanthera, Antimima limbata, Antimima lodewykii, Antimima loganii,

Species in the Aizoaceae family

References

Louisa Bolus (1877-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Bolus' in the authors string.
Heidrun Hartmann (1942-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.E.K.Hartmann' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0000538940: Based on the initial data import