Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dinteri
ID:
1293520

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.Schellenb.

Source:
tro

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 48: 493 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001292858

Common Names

  • Limeum dinteri
  • Dinter's Limeum
  • Limeum

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Description

Limeum dinteri (also called Dinter's limeum, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Namibia and Angola. It grows in rocky areas, such as dry river beds and stony hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Limeum dinteri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a food source for livestock and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Limeum dinteri flower is small and yellow-green, with four petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Limeum dinteri is a low-growing, mat-forming plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate salt spray.

Where to Find Limeum dinteri

Limeum dinteri can be found in South Africa.

Limeum dinteri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Limeum dinteri?

Limeum dinteri

What is the common name of Limeum dinteri?

Dinteri

What is the family of Limeum dinteri?

Asteraceae

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-700136: Based on the initial data import
Gustav Schellenberg (1882-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Schellenb.' in the authors string.