Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
leptosiphon
ID:
645369

Status:
valid

Authors:
Snijman

Source:
wcs

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 29: 259 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000644701



Common Names

  • Cyrtanthus leptosiphon
  • Leptosiphon
  • Cyrtanthus


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Description

Cyrtanthus leptosiphon (also called Twinspur, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant with small, pink flowers and a spreading habit. It is native to South Africa and is found in grasslands and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Cyrtanthus leptosiphon is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has attractive foliage and flowers that attract butterflies and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cyrtanthus leptosiphon has white flowers with yellow centres, small, dark brown seeds and small seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyrtanthus leptosiphon is a perennial plant that is easy to grow and propagate. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When grown from seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil in a sunny spot in spring or early summer. When propagating from cuttings, take cuttings from the tips of the stems in early summer and place them in a pot filled with a well-draining potting mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, bright spot and water regularly until they have rooted.

Where to Find Cyrtanthus leptosiphon

Cyrtanthus leptosiphon can be found in South Africa, in the Western Cape and Eastern Cape Provinces.

Cyrtanthus leptosiphon FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Cyrtanthus leptosiphon?

Cyrtanthus leptosiphon prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C)

What is the best soil type for Cyrtanthus leptosiphon?

Cyrtanthus leptosiphon prefers well-drained, sandy soil with a pH of 6.5-7.5.

How much sunlight does Cyrtanthus leptosiphon need?

Cyrtanthus leptosiphon prefers full sun to part shade.

Species in the Cyrtanthus genus

Cyrtanthus leptosiphon, Cyrtanthus wellandii, Cyrtanthus angustifolius, Cyrtanthus attenuatus, Cyrtanthus bicolor, Cyrtanthus brachyscyphus, Cyrtanthus brachysiphon, Cyrtanthus breviflorus, Cyrtanthus carneus, Cyrtanthus clavatus, Cyrtanthus collinus, Cyrtanthus contractus, Cyrtanthus debilis, Cyrtanthus elatus, Cyrtanthus epiphyticus, Cyrtanthus erubescens, Cyrtanthus eucallus, Cyrtanthus falcatus, Cyrtanthus fergusoniae, Cyrtanthus flammosus, Cyrtanthus flanaganii, Cyrtanthus flavus, Cyrtanthus galpinii, Cyrtanthus guthrieae, Cyrtanthus helictus, Cyrtanthus herrei, Cyrtanthus huttonii, Cyrtanthus inaequalis, Cyrtanthus junodii, Cyrtanthus labiatus, Cyrtanthus leucanthus, Cyrtanthus loddigesianus, Cyrtanthus mackenii, Cyrtanthus macowanii, Cyrtanthus montanus, Cyrtanthus nutans, Cyrtanthus obliquus, Cyrtanthus obrienii, Cyrtanthus ochroleucus, Cyrtanthus odorus, Cyrtanthus rhodesianus, Cyrtanthus rhododactylus, Cyrtanthus rotundilobus, Cyrtanthus sanguinea, Cyrtanthus smithiae, Cyrtanthus spiralis, Cyrtanthus staadensis, Cyrtanthus stenanthus, Cyrtanthus striatus, Cyrtanthus suaveolens,

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,

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