Limeum viscosum - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
(J.Gay) Fenzl
Source:
cmp
Year:
1839
Citation Micro:
Nov. Stirp. Dec. : 87 (1839)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000443835
Common Names
- Limeum viscosum
- Viscous limeum
- Limeum
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- Gaudinia viscosa J.Gay [unknown]
Description
Limeum viscosum (also called Viscous Limeum, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It can grow up to 3 meters tall and has small white flowers. Its native habitat is in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Limeum viscosum is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomach pain. It is also used as a food flavoring and as an ornamental plant.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Limeum viscosum sub. viscosumFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Limeum viscosum is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and slender with narrow, pointed leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Limeum viscosum is a small shrub that grows in tropical climates. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a rooting hormone before planting in a well-draining potting mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, humid environment and watered regularly.
Where to Find Limeum viscosum
Limeum viscosum can be found in the Mediterranean.
Limeum viscosum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Limeum viscosum?
Limeum viscosum
What type of plant is Limeum viscosum?
Evergreen shrub
Where does Limeum viscosum grow?
East Africa
Species in the Limeum genus
Limeum fenestratum, Limeum argutecarinatum, Limeum myosotis, Limeum sulcatum, Limeum viscosum, Limeum pauciflorum, Limeum pterocarpum, Limeum diffusum, Limeum obovatum, Limeum fruticosum, Limeum africanum, Limeum arenicolum, Limeum aethiopicum, Limeum deserticolum, Limeum dinteri, Limeum humifusum, Limeum rhombifolium, Limeum subnudum, Limeum telephioides, Limeum praetermissum,
Species in the Limeaceae family
Limeum fenestratum, Limeum argutecarinatum, Limeum myosotis, Limeum sulcatum, Limeum viscosum, Limeum pauciflorum, Limeum pterocarpum, Limeum diffusum, Limeum obovatum, Limeum fruticosum, Limeum africanum, Limeum arenicolum, Limeum aethiopicum, Limeum deserticolum, Limeum dinteri, Limeum humifusum, Limeum rhombifolium, Limeum subnudum, Limeum telephioides, Limeum praetermissum,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2494608: Based on the initial data import
Eduard Fenzl (1808-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fenzl' in the authors string.
Jaques Étienne Gay (1786-1864): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Gay' in the authors string.