Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
granitica
ID:
539630

Status:
valid

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

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
in Bothalia 28: 73. 1998.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000538962

Common Names

  • Granite Antimima
  • Granite Rock-Daisy
  • Granite Daisy

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Synonyms

  • Mesembryanthemum graniticum L.Bolus [unknown]
  • Ruschia granitica (L.Bolus) L.Bolus [unknown]

Description

Antimima granitica (also called Granite 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 granitica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. 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 granitica is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, long, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Antimima granitica 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 granitica

Antimima granitica can be found in the Northern Cape Province of South Africa.

Antimima granitica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Antimima granitica?

Antimima granitica

What is the natural habitat of Antimima granitica?

Antimima granitica is found in dry, rocky slopes and hillsides in South Africa.

What are the characteristics of Antimima granitica?

Antimima granitica is an evergreen shrub with small, dark green leaves and white flowers.

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-0000538962: Based on the initial data import