Brunsvigia radula - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
radula
ID:
762901
Status:
valid
Authors:
W.T.Aiton
Source:
wcs
Year:
1811
Citation Micro:
Hortus Kew. 2: 230 (1811)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000762234
Common Names
- Radula Brunsvigia
- Radula Lily
- Radula Star-of-Bethlehem
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Brunsvigia radula (also called Cape Cowslip, among many other common names) is a bulbous perennial plant native to South Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single flower stem with a cluster of pink flowers. It is found in rocky areas, scrubland, and grassland.
Uses & Benefits
Brunsvigia radula is used for ornamental purposes, as it is a flowering plant with showy pink flowers. It is also used as a food source for some animals.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Brunsvigia radula has large, bright red flowers with six petals and six sepals. The seed is a small, black, round capsule containing a single seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, narrow, grass-like leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Brunsvigia radula is a bulbous plant that can be propagated by seed or offsets. It should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept in a sunny location. It is best to water the plant during the summer months and allow the soil to dry out between waterings. During the winter months, the soil should be kept slightly moist. Fertilize the plant during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Brunsvigia radula
Brunsvigia radula can be found in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa.
Brunsvigia radula FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brunsvigia radula?
Brunsvigia radula
What is the common name of Brunsvigia radula?
Razor-toothed Brunsvigia
What is the natural habitat of Brunsvigia radula?
It is native to South Africa and Namibia, where it grows in dry, rocky areas.
Species in the Brunsvigia genus
Brunsvigia bosmaniae, Brunsvigia comptonii, Brunsvigia elandsmontana, Brunsvigia grandiflora, Brunsvigia gregaria, Brunsvigia herrei, Brunsvigia josephinae, Brunsvigia kirkii, Brunsvigia litoralis, Brunsvigia marginata, Brunsvigia namaquana, Brunsvigia natalensis, Brunsvigia orientalis, Brunsvigia pulchra, Brunsvigia radula, Brunsvigia radulosa, Brunsvigia undulata, Brunsvigia gariepensis, Brunsvigia nervosa,
Species in the Amaryllidaceae family
Acis autumnalis, Acis longifolia, Acis rosea, Acis trichophylla, Acis fabrei, Acis nicaeensis, Acis tingitana, Acis trichophylla, Acis valentina, Acis ionica, Agapanthus africanus, Agapanthus campanulatus, Agapanthus caulescens, Agapanthus coddii, Agapanthus inapertus, Agapanthus praecox, Agapanthus walshii, Allium aaseae, Allium abramsii, Allium acidoides, Allium aciphyllum, Allium acuminatum, Allium acutiflorum, Allium aegilicum, Allium affine, Allium afghanicum, Allium aflatunense, Allium agrigentinum, Allium akaka, Allium alabasicum, Allium alaicum, Allium albiflorum, Allium albotunicatum, Allium albovianum, Allium alexandrae, Allium alexeianum, Allium alibile, Allium alpinarii, Allium altaicum, Allium altissimum, Allium altyncolicum, Allium amethystinum, Allium ampeloprasum, Allium amphibolum, Allium amplectens, Allium anacoleum, Allium anatolicum, Allium anceps, Allium angulosum, Allium anisopodium,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-301205: Based on the initial data import
William Townsend Aiton (1766-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.T.Aiton' in the authors string.