Family: Asteraceae
Author: (L.) Dumort.
Bibliography: Fl. Belg.: 68 (1827)
Year: 1827
Status: accepted
Rank: species
Genus: Limbarda
Vegetable: False
Observations: NW. & SW. Europe
Description
Golden samphire, known scientifically as Limbarda crithmoides, is a remarkable plant that belongs to the Asteraceae family, a large and diverse family known for its flowering plants. The plant was first described in the scientific literature in 1827 with the reference “Fl. Belg.: 68 (1827)” and was officially authored by (L.) Dumort.
Golden samphire thrives in unique environments and is prominently observed in the northwest and southwest regions of Europe. This plant has adapted to coastal and salty habitats, often found in saline marshes, rocky beaches, and tidal flats. Its preference for such environments is due to its ability to tolerate high levels of salinity, which many other plant species cannot endure.
The appearance of Golden samphire is distinctive and captivating. It usually exhibits fleshy, succulent leaves that help it retain water in its often harsh, salt-laden habitats. During flowering season, it produces vibrant yellow flower heads that are not only visually striking but also attract a variety of pollinators, which are essential for maintaining the ecosystem’s biodiversity.
Historically, Golden samphire has been valued for both its ecological and culinary uses. The leaves and stems can be harvested and are sometimes used as a garnish or pickled to add a salty tang to various dishes, reflecting the plant’s integration into local culinary traditions.
Golden samphire also plays an essential role in its natural habitat. By stabilizing soil and reducing erosion in coastal areas, it contributes to the health and sustainability of these delicate ecosystems. Additionally, it provides habitat and food for a variety of wildlife, including insects and birds.
In conclusion, Limbarda crithmoides, or Golden samphire, is a resilient and multifunctional plant that plays a significant role in coastal ecosystems. Its ability to thrive in saline conditions, along with its ecological and culinary applications, makes it a plant of considerable interest in both botanical and environmental studies.
Common Names
Eng: golden samphire
Deu: salz-alant
En: Golden samphire, Golden-samphire
Ca: Salsó, Salsona
Fr: Inule fausse criste, Inule perce-pierre, Inule faux crithme
De: Salz-Alant
He: בן-טיון בשרני
It: Enula bacicci
Synonyms
- Helenium crithmoides ((L.) Kuntze)
Distribution
- Albania (native)
- Algeria (native)
- Baleares (native)
- Corse (native)
- Cyprus (native)
- East Aegean Is. (native)
- Egypt (native)
- France (native)
- Great Britain (native)
- Greece (native)
- Ireland (native)
- Italy (native)
- Kriti (native)
- Lebanon-Syria (native)
- Libya (native)
- Morocco (native)
- Palestine (native)
- Portugal (native)
- Sardegna (native)
- Sicilia (native)
- Sinai (native)
- Spain (native)
- Tunisia (native)
- Turkey (native)
- Yugoslavia (native)
Additional Images
Flower
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Habit
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Taken Sep 29, 2020 by francois tissot (cc-by-sa)
Taken Sep 2, 2021 by Dieter Wagner (cc-by-sa)
Leaf
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Taken Oct 13, 2021 by Paul Henrich (cc-by-sa)
Bark
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Fruit
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Taken Jan 7, 2014 by Tela Botanica − Liliane Roubaudi (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jan 7, 2014 by Tela Botanica − Liliane Roubaudi (cc-by-sa)
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Other
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Taken Mar 21, 2021 by marqplant (cc-by-sa)
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Sources
- WFO (No URL)
- IPNI (No URL)
- GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/3088761)
- POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:230899-1)
- PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Limbarda crithmoides (L.) Dumort.)
Specifications
Growth
Ph maximum: 8.0
Ph minimum: 7.5
Light: 9
Atmospheric humidity: 6
Bloom months: [‘aug’, ‘sep’]
Soil nutriments: 8
Soil salinity: 5