Status:
valid
Authors:
(De Wild. & T.Durand) Friis & Nordal
Source:
wcs
Year:
1976
Citation Micro:
Norweg. J. Bot. 23: 64 (1976)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000737771
Common Names
- Scadoxus longifolius
- Long-leaved Scadoxus
- Longifolius Scadoxus
Description
Scadoxus longifolius (also called 'Longleaf Scadoxus', among many other common names) is a perennial herb with long, narrow leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to Africa, and is found in open woodlands and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Scadoxus longifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Scadoxus longifolius are orange and star-shaped with six petals and six sepals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Scadoxus longifolius is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seeds or by division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Scadoxus longifolius
Scadoxus longifolius is native to South Africa.
Scadoxus longifolius FAQ
What is the scientific name of Scadoxus longifolius?
Scadoxus longifolius
What is the common name of Scadoxus longifolius?
Long-Leaved Scadoxus
What is the natural habitat of Scadoxus longifolius?
Tropical and subtropical forests
Species in the Scadoxus genus
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
Ib Friis (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Friis' in the authors string.