Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
bourgaei
ID:
549412

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. ex Nyman

Source:
cmp

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
Fl. Galicia 3: 585 (1909)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000548744

Common Names

  • Armeria bourgaei
  • Bourgaei Thrift
  • Bourgaei Sea-pink

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Synonyms

  • Armeria mariae Sennen [unknown]

Description

Armeria bourgaei (also called Bourgae's Thrift, among many other common names) is a perennial plant with small, pink flowers and grass-like leaves. It is native to the Canary Islands, and is found in rocky habitats, such as cliffs and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Armeria bourgaei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used to make baskets and mats.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Armeria bourgaei sub. lanceobracteata (Lawrence) Nieto Fel.
Armeria bourgaei sub. willkommiana (Bernis) Nieto Fel.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Armeria bourgaei is a small, white or pink flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, slender plant with a single, unbranched stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Armeria bourgaei is a species of flowering plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is a low-growing, mat-forming perennial that can reach up to 20 cm (8 in) in height. It is best propagated from seed, which can be sown in a well-draining soil mix. It prefers a sunny location and needs regular watering during the summer months.

Where to Find Armeria bourgaei

Armeria bourgaei is native to Portugal and Spain. It can be found in the Atlantic coastal regions of both countries.

Armeria bourgaei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Armeria bourgaei?

Armeria bourgaei

What is the family of Armeria bourgaei?

Plumbaginaceae

What is the common name of Armeria bourgaei?

Bourgae's thrift

Species in the Armeria genus

Armeria alboi, Armeria alliacea, Armeria alpina, Armeria alpinifolia, Armeria apollinaris, Armeria arcuata, Armeria arenaria, Armeria aspromontana, Armeria atlantica, Armeria beirana, Armeria belgenciensis, Armeria berlengensis, Armeria bigerrensis, Armeria bourgaei, Armeria brutia, Armeria bubanii, Armeria caballeroi, Armeria caespitosa, Armeria canescens, Armeria cantabrica, Armeria capitella, Armeria cariensis, Armeria castellana, Armeria castroviejoi, Armeria choulettiana, Armeria ciliata, Armeria colorata, Armeria curvifolia, Armeria denticulata, Armeria duriaei, Armeria ebracteata, Armeria eriophylla, Armeria euscadiensis, Armeria fibrosa, Armeria filicaulis, Armeria fontqueri, Armeria gaditiana, Armeria genesiana, Armeria girardii, Armeria godayana, Armeria hirta, Armeria hispalensis, Armeria humilis, Armeria icarica, Armeria johnsenii, Armeria juniperifolia, Armeria langei, Armeria leonis, Armeria leucocephala, Armeria linkiana,

Species in the Plumbaginaceae family

Acantholimon ekimii, Acantholimon mobayenii, Acantholimon multiflorum, Acantholimon acanthobryum, Acantholimon acerosum, Acantholimon acmostegium, Acantholimon afanassievii, Acantholimon agropyroideum, Acantholimon ahangarensis, Acantholimon alaicum, Acantholimon alatavicum, Acantholimon alavae, Acantholimon albertii, Acantholimon albocalycinum, Acantholimon alexandri, Acantholimon alexeenkoanum, Acantholimon amoenum, Acantholimon anisophyllum, Acantholimon annae, Acantholimon antilibanoticum, Acantholimon anzobicum, Acantholimon araxanum, Acantholimon argyrostachyum, Acantholimon aristulatum, Acantholimon armenum, Acantholimon artosense, Acantholimon arundoscapum, Acantholimon aspadanum, Acantholimon asphodelinum, Acantholimon astragalinum, Acantholimon atrofuscum, Acantholimon atropatanum, Acantholimon auganum, Acantholimon aulieatense, Acantholimon austroiranicum, Acantholimon avanosicum, Acantholimon avenaceum, Acantholimon azizae, Acantholimon bakhtiaricum, Acantholimon balchanicum, Acantholimon bashkaleicum, Acantholimon birandii, Acantholimon blakelockii, Acantholimon blandum, Acantholimon bodeanum, Acantholimon bonesseae, Acantholimon borodinii, Acantholimon brachyphyllum, Acantholimon brachystachyum, Acantholimon bracteatum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2652282: Based on the initial data import
Carl Fredrik Nyman (1820-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nyman' in the authors string.
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.