Limonium echioides

Limonium echioides is found in sandy or clay soils, preferring areas close to saltwater. The plant is one of the first in its genus to flower each year, blooming in the late spring. The flowers have a relaxed appearance and are reddish in color.

Scientific classification

Species

Limonium echioides (Limonium echioides)

Pinks, cacti, and allies

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White, Pink, Purple

Flower Color

Evergreen

Leaf type

20 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Distribution of Limonium echioides

Distribution Map

Limonium echioides is naturally found in the Mediterranean Basin and in regions along the North African coast. Its presence extends across the eastern Mediterranean area and into some areas of southern Europe. While primarily native to the aforementioned regions, limonium echioides does not have a significant history of being introduced to other, non-native regions around the globe.

Native

Cultivated

Invasive

Introduced

No species reported

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Care Guide for Limonium echioides

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

20 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Limonium echioides thrives in coastal habitats, favoring moderate moisture conditions. It requires consistent soil hydration, ideally with weekly watering, while avoiding waterlogging. Typically grown outdoors, limonium echioides flourishes best when soil moisture is carefully monitored during its active growing season.

Fertilize: For optimal growth, limonium echioides requires balanced nutrition with high-nitrogen fertilizers during active growth, monthly in spring/summer and bi-monthly or paused in fall/winter. Well-drained soil helps prevent over-fertilization, and nutrient needs vary with growth stages, especially phosphorus for blooming in mature limonium echioides.

Pruning: Limonium echioides thrives with early to late spring pruning, removing dead stems to foster growth and improve air circulation. Cutting above leaf nodes stimulates new growth, aligning with its growth cycle to enhance blooming and vigor while ensuring a healthier, aesthetically pleasing structure.

Propagation: Native to coastal areas, limonium echioides prefers well-draining soil and is best propagated by sowing fresh seeds in shallow trays with a sand-loam mix. Lightly press seeds without burying them, maintain consistent moisture, and avoid waterlogging. Transplant seedlings once strong to provide adequate space.

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