Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
hirsuticalyx
ID:
445426

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pignatti

Source:
cmp

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 64: 261 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000444758

Common Names

  • Hirsute-alyx Sea Lavender
  • Hirsute-alyx Statice
  • Hirsute-alyx Marsh Rosemary

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Description

Limonium hirsuticalyx (also called Sea Lavender, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial shrub with a woody base, native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in sandy soils, and prefers sunny, dry locations.

Uses & Benefits

Limonium hirsuticalyx is a popular ornamental plant that is often used in flower beds and borders. It is also used to make wreaths and bouquets. It is known for its ability to attract butterflies and bees, making it a great addition to any garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Limonium hirsuticalyx are small and white, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Limonium hirsuticalyx is an evergreen perennial that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. Propagation can be done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and placed in a well-drained soil. They should be kept moist until established.

Where to Find Limonium hirsuticalyx

Limonium hirsuticalyx can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, and Italy.

Limonium hirsuticalyx FAQ

What is the common name of Limonium hirsuticalyx?

Hirsute sea lavender

What is the scientific name of Hirsute sea lavender?

Limonium hirsuticalyx

What is the growth habit of Limonium hirsuticalyx?

It is an evergreen perennial that grows in a clump

Species in the Limonium genus

Limonium dichotomum, Limonium diffusum, Limonium viciosoi, Limonium vestitum, Limonium vulgare, Limonium tuberculatum, Limonium transwallisnum, Limonium tournefortii, Limonium tomentellum, Limonium suffruticosum, Limonium ramosissimum, Limonium tenuiculum, Limonium remotispiculum, Limonium recurvum, Limonium pseudodictyocladum, Limonium tenoreanum, Limonium supinum, Limonium sinuatum, Limonium sibthorpianum, Limonium spathulatum, Limonium salmonis, Limonium santapolense, Limonium chazaliei, Limonium chrysopotamicum, Limonium catanense, Limonium catalaunicum, Limonium coincyi, Limonium calcarae, Limonium cancellatum, Limonium calaminare, Limonium caesium, Limonium carpathum, Limonium caprariense, Limonium dubyi, Limonium densissimum, Limonium densiflorum, Limonium echioides, Limonium duriusculum, Limonium dufourii, Limonium cosyrense, Limonium costae, Limonium cordatum, Limonium delicatulum, Limonium cymuliferum, Limonium acutifolium, Limonium albidum, Limonium alutaceum, Limonium anfractum, Limonium binervosum, Limonium biflorum,

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-2495853: Based on the initial data import
Sandro Pignatti (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pignatti' in the authors string.