Antimima mesklipensis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
(L.Bolus) H.E.K.Hartmann
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1998
Citation Micro:
in Bothalia 28: 76. 1998.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000538989
Common Names
- Antimima mesklipensis
- Mesklipensis Antimima
- Antimima-Mesklipensis
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- Ruschia mesklipensis L.Bolus [unknown]
Description
Antimima mesklipensis (also called Mesklip Antimima, among many other common names) is a small, succulent shrub that grows up to 50 cm tall. It is native to the Western Cape of South Africa, where it is found in dry mountain slopes and rocky outcrops. It has small, grey-green leaves and yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Antimima mesklipensis 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 mesklipensis is small and white, with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Antimima mesklipensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. When propagating by cuttings, take a cutting from a healthy plant and place it in a pot with a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and the cutting should root in a few weeks.
Where to Find Antimima mesklipensis
Antimima mesklipensis can be found in the Northern Cape Province of South Africa.
Antimima mesklipensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Antimima mesklipensis?
Antimima mesklipensis
What type of plant is Antimima mesklipensis?
Antimima mesklipensis is a species of flowering plant in the family Aizoaceae.
Where is Antimima mesklipensis found?
Antimima mesklipensis is found in the Western Cape province of South Africa.
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-0000538989: Based on the initial data import