Limonium cancellatum
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Limonium cancellatum
Limonium cancellatum
Limonium cancellatum, also known as sea lavender, is a beautiful plant that grows near the coast. It has lovely purple flowers that bloom in clusters and can often be found in sandy or salty areas.
Habitat: Coastal areas
Appearance
The Limonium cancellatum has delicate, wiry stems topped with airy clusters of tiny, papery flowers, often appearing in shades of lavender or purplish-blue. Its broad, spoon-shaped leaves form a rosette at the base, making it distinct among coastal flora.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderCaryophyllalesFamilyPlumbaginaceaeGenusLimonium
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
It's a master of salty seasides, called a halophyte, loving conditions most plants hate!
Its scientific name, Limonium, comes from a Greek word for meadow, but it prefers the coast!
Some Limonium species are nicknamed 'Statice', meaning lasting, for their long-lasting flowers!
The plant's tiny seeds can sometimes float on water, spreading to new salty shores!
Special abilities
Ability
Salt Shield
Limonium cancellatum can tolerate very salty soil by actively removing excess salt through its leaves, helping it thrive where other plants cannot.
Ability
Water Hoarder
This plant has adaptations like thick, sometimes leathery leaves that help it store water, making it resilient in dry, coastal conditions.
Ability
Forever Blooms
Limonium cancellatum's papery flower calyx retains its vibrant color long after blooming, helping it stand out for longer in its habitat.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 20-70 cm
- Spread
- 20-50 cm
- Flower Size
- 0.4-0.6 cm
- Bloom Season
- Summer to early autumn
- Edible
- No
- Toxicity
- None
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Pollination Method
- Insect
Ecological connections
pollinates
Honey Bee
Apis mellifera
Collects nectar and pollen from flowers.
pollinates
Buff-tailed Bumblebee
Bombus terrestris
Buzz-pollinates flowers, aiding reproduction.
pollinates
Painted Lady
Vanessa cardui
Feeds on nectar, helping to spread pollen.
Traits
Flowering
Flowering plants are any plants that produce flowers as part of their reproductive cycle.
Ornamental
Ornamental plants are cultivated primarily for their aesthetic appeal, enhancing landscapes and gardens with their attractive foliage, flowers, or form.
Cluster Flower
Cluster flowers are inflorescences where individual flowers are arranged closely together on a common stem.
Salt Tolerant
Salt tolerant plants can withstand and grow in conditions with elevated salinity levels in the soil or water.
Drought Tolerant
Drought-tolerant plants can survive and flourish in conditions with limited water availability.
Pollinator Magnet
Describes plants that are particularly attractive and beneficial to a wide range of pollinating organisms.
Coastal
Coastal habitats are dynamic environments located along the interface between land and sea, influenced by tides, waves, and saltwater.
Also known as
Sea Lavender
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Always look but don't touch plants without asking an adult, as some can be prickly or cause allergies.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Limonium cancellatum?
20-70 cm
How wide does Limonium cancellatum spread?
20-50 cm
How big are the flowers on Limonium cancellatum?
0.4-0.6 cm
When does Limonium cancellatum bloom?
Summer to early autumn
Is Limonium cancellatum edible?
No
Is Limonium cancellatum toxic?
None
What is Limonium cancellatum's lifecycle?
Perennial
How is Limonium cancellatum pollinated?
Insect
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