Antimima concinna - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
(L.Bolus) H.E.K.Hartmann
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1998
Citation Micro:
in Bothalia 28: 71. 1998.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000538941
Common Names
- Antimima concinna
- Smooth Antimima
- Smooth-leaved Antimima
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- Mesembryanthemum comptum N.E.Br. [unknown]
- Ruschia concinna L.Bolus [unknown]
Description
Antimima concinna (also called Concinna Antimima, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has small, oval leaves and yellow, star-shaped flowers. It grows in dry grasslands and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Antimima concinna 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 concinna 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Antimima concinna 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 concinna
Antimima concinna can be found in South Africa.
Antimima concinna FAQ
What is the scientific name of Antimima concinna?
Antimima concinna
What is the common name of Antimima concinna?
Concave Antimima
What is the natural habitat of Antimima concinna?
It is found in dry grasslands, scrub, and rocky areas.
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-0000538941: Based on the initial data import