Status:
valid
Authors:
(L.Bolus) H.E.K.Hartmann
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1998
Citation Micro:
in Bothalia 28: 73. 1998.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000538957
Common Names
- Antimima exsurgens
- Rising Antimima
- Rising Antimima
Synonyms
- Ruschia exsurgens L.Bolus [unknown]
Description
Antimima exsurgens (also called Exsurgent 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 exsurgens is used as a groundcover and ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used to stabilize soil and reduce erosion. The plant has a number of medicinal uses, including treating skin irritations, wounds, and inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Antimima exsurgens 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Antimima exsurgens 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 exsurgens
Antimima exsurgens can be found in the western United States, from California to Arizona.
Antimima exsurgens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Antimima exsurgens?
Antimima exsurgens
What is the common name of Antimima exsurgens?
Exsurgent Antimima
What is the natural habitat of Antimima exsurgens?
Antimima exsurgens 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