Frankenia thymifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
thymifolia
ID:
692798
Status:
valid
Authors:
Desf.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1798
Citation Micro:
Fl. Atlant. 1: 316 (1798)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000692131
Common Names
- Thyme-leaved Frankenia
- Thymifolia Frankenia
- Thyme-leaf Sea Heath
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Frankenia thymifolia (also called Thyme-leaved Sea-heath, among many other common names) is a small, succulent, perennial shrub native to the coasts of the Mediterranean and Black Sea. It has small, fleshy, grey-green leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in sandy and rocky coastal habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Frankenia thymifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used for erosion control and as a soil stabilizer.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Frankenia thymifolia has small, white flowers that bloom in the summer. Its seeds are small and black and its seedlings are small and green.
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Cultivation and propagation of Frankenia thymifolia: Frankenia thymifolia is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that is native to sandy soils in coastal areas. It is tolerant of salt spray and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and should be rooted in a sandy soil mix. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Frankenia thymifolia
Frankenia thymifolia can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Italy, and North Africa.
Frankenia thymifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Frankenia thymifolia?
Frankenia thymifolia
What is the common name of Frankenia thymifolia?
Frankenia thymifolia
What is the natural habitat of Frankenia thymifolia?
Tropical and subtropical forests
Species in the Frankenia genus
Frankenia adpressa, Frankenia ambita, Frankenia boissieri, Frankenia brachyphylla, Frankenia bracteata, Frankenia bucharica, Frankenia chilensis, Frankenia chubutensis, Frankenia cinerea, Frankenia conferta, Frankenia confusa, Frankenia connata, Frankenia cordata, Frankenia corymbosa, Frankenia crispa, Frankenia cupularis, Frankenia decurrens, Frankenia densa, Frankenia desertorum, Frankenia drummondii, Frankenia eremophila, Frankenia ericifolia, Frankenia fecunda, Frankenia fischeri, Frankenia flabellata, Frankenia foliosa, Frankenia georgei, Frankenia glomerata, Frankenia gracilis, Frankenia gypsophila, Frankenia hamata, Frankenia hirsuta, Frankenia hispidula, Frankenia interioris, Frankenia irregularis, Frankenia jamesii, Frankenia johnstonii, Frankenia juniperoides, Frankenia laevis, Frankenia latior, Frankenia laxiflora, Frankenia magnifica, Frankenia margaritae, Frankenia microphylla, Frankenia muscosa, Frankenia orthotricha, Frankenia pallida, Frankenia palmeri, Frankenia parvula, Frankenia patagonica,
Species in the Frankeniaceae family
Frankenia adpressa, Frankenia ambita, Frankenia boissieri, Frankenia brachyphylla, Frankenia bracteata, Frankenia bucharica, Frankenia chilensis, Frankenia chubutensis, Frankenia cinerea, Frankenia conferta, Frankenia confusa, Frankenia connata, Frankenia cordata, Frankenia corymbosa, Frankenia crispa, Frankenia cupularis, Frankenia decurrens, Frankenia densa, Frankenia desertorum, Frankenia drummondii, Frankenia eremophila, Frankenia ericifolia, Frankenia fecunda, Frankenia fischeri, Frankenia flabellata, Frankenia foliosa, Frankenia georgei, Frankenia glomerata, Frankenia gracilis, Frankenia gypsophila, Frankenia hamata, Frankenia hirsuta, Frankenia hispidula, Frankenia interioris, Frankenia irregularis, Frankenia jamesii, Frankenia johnstonii, Frankenia juniperoides, Frankenia laevis, Frankenia latior, Frankenia laxiflora, Frankenia magnifica, Frankenia margaritae, Frankenia microphylla, Frankenia muscosa, Frankenia orthotricha, Frankenia pallida, Frankenia palmeri, Frankenia parvula, Frankenia patagonica,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2814294: Based on the initial data import
René Louiche Desfontaines (1750-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Desf.' in the authors string.