Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
sociarum
ID:
363189

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.C.White & B.Sloane) Plowes

Source:
ksu

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Excelsa 17: 15 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000362521



Common Names

  • Sociarum Larryleachia
  • Sociarum's Larryleachia
  • Sociarum Larryleachia


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Synonyms

  • Hoodia sociarum (A.C.White & B.Sloane) Halda [unknown]
  • Trichocaulon sociarum A.C.White & B.Sloane [unknown]
  • Leachia sociara (A.C.White & B.Sloane) Plowes [unknown]
  • Leachiella sociarum (A.C.White & B.Sloane) Plowes [unknown]

Description

Larryleachia sociarum (also called Socotra Larryleachia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 20 cm tall. It is native to the Socotra Archipelago and is found in dry grasslands and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Larryleachia sociarum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to stabilize soil and reduce erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Larryleachia sociarum has white flowers with four petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, brown and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Larryleachia sociarum is a hardy perennial that can be propagated by division in the spring or autumn. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown from seed, but it takes a long time to germinate and can be difficult to establish. It can also be propagated by cuttings in the summer.

Where to Find Larryleachia sociarum

Larryleachia sociarum can be found in parts of South Africa, including the Eastern Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, and Limpopo.

Larryleachia sociarum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Larryleachia sociarum?

Larryleachia sociarum

What is the common name of Larryleachia sociarum?

Socia's Larryleachia

What is the natural habitat of Larryleachia sociarum?

Dry to mesic grasslands and woodlands

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References

Darrel C. H. Plowes (1925-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Plowes' in the authors string.
Alain Campbell White (1880-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.C.White' in the authors string.
Boyd Lincoln Sloane (1885-1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Sloane' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:995327-1: Based on the initial data import