Antimima dualis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
(N.E.Br.) N.E.Br.
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1930
Citation Micro:
in Gard. Chron., ser. 3, 87: . 1930.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000538950
Common Names
- Antimima dualis
- Dual Antimima
- Two-leaved Antimima
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- Argyroderma duale (N.E.Br.) N.E.Br. [unknown]
- Mesembryanthemum duale N.E.Br. [unknown]
- Ruschia dualis (N.E.Br.) L.Bolus [unknown]
- Ruschia villetii L.Bolus [unknown]
Description
Antimima dualis (also called Dual Antimima, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the western United States. It typically grows in dry, rocky areas and is characterized by its small, white flowers and narrow, linear leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Antimima dualis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and yards. It is also used as a ground cover and can be used to prevent soil erosion. The plant is also known to attract beneficial insects such as bees and butterflies.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Antimima dualis 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 dualis can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant once established. It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.
Where to Find Antimima dualis
Antimima dualis can be found in the western United States, from California to Arizona.
Antimima dualis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Antimima dualis?
Antimima dualis
What is the common name of Antimima dualis?
Dual Antimima
What is the natural habitat of Antimima dualis?
Antimima dualis is found in dry, rocky soils in the western United States.
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
Nicholas Edward Brown (1849-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.E.Br.' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0000538950: Based on the initial data import