Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
lebaensis
ID:
1411540

Status:
valid

Authors:
(van Jaarsv.) J.C.Manning & Goldblatt

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 41(2): 297. 2011 [Oct 2011]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424005



Common Names

  • Albuca Lebaensis
  • Lebaensis's Albuca
  • Albuca's Lebaensis


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Description

Albuca lebaensis (also called Albuca lebensis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to tropical regions of Africa. It has long, thin stems with small, white flowers that are often tinged with yellow. It grows best in moist, well-drained soils and prefers partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Albuca lebaensis is an ornamental plant used in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also known to be a natural air purifier, helping to remove toxins from the air.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Albuca lebaensis has small, yellow flowers with a pleasant scent. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and white.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Albuca lebaensis is a hardy, evergreen perennial that is easy to propagate and cultivate. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by division and cuttings. It is drought tolerant and does not require much maintenance.

Where to Find Albuca lebaensis

Albuca lebaensis is native to South Africa and can be found in the provinces of Eastern Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, and Western Cape.

Albuca lebaensis FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Albuca lebaensis?

Albuca lebaensis is native to tropical rainforests in South Africa.

What is the typical size of Albuca lebaensis?

Albuca lebaensis typically grows to be about 2-4 inches in height.

What is the best temperature for Albuca lebaensis?

Albuca lebaensis prefers temperatures between 65-85°F (18-29°C).

Species in the Albuca genus

Albuca abyssinica, Albuca acuminata, Albuca adlami, Albuca amboensis, Albuca aurea, Albuca batteniana, Albuca bifolia, Albuca bifoliata, Albuca bruce-bayeri, Albuca buchananii, Albuca canadensis, Albuca caudata, Albuca chlorantha, Albuca ciliaris, Albuca clanwilliamae-gloria, Albuca collina, Albuca concordiana, Albuca cooperi, Albuca corymbosa, Albuca cremnophila, Albuca crinifolia, Albuca crudenii, Albuca dalyae, Albuca decipiens, Albuca dinteri, Albuca donaldsonii, Albuca echinosperma, Albuca engleriana, Albuca etesiogaripensis, Albuca fastigiata, Albuca fibrotunicata, Albuca flaccida, Albuca foetida, Albuca fragrans, Albuca gageoides, Albuca galeata, Albuca gentilii, Albuca glandulosa, Albuca glauca, Albuca goswinii, Albuca hallii, Albuca hereroensis, Albuca hesquaspoortensis, Albuca homblei, Albuca humilis, Albuca juncifolia, Albuca karasbergensis, Albuca karooica, Albuca katangensis, Albuca kirkii,

Species in the Asparagaceae family

Acanthocarpus canaliculatus, Acanthocarpus humilis, Acanthocarpus parviflorus, Acanthocarpus preissii, Acanthocarpus robustus, Acanthocarpus rupestris, Acanthocarpus verticillatus, Agave acicularis, Agave acklinicola, Agave ajoensis, Agave aktites, Agave albescens, Agave albomarginata, Agave americana, Agave angustiarum, Agave angustifolia, Agave anomala, Agave antillarum, Agave apedicellata, Agave applanata, Agave arizonica, Agave arubensis, Agave asperrima, Agave atrovirens, Agave attenuata, Agave aurea, Agave avellanidens, Agave bahamana, Agave bicolor, Agave boldinghiana, Agave bovicornuta, Agave braceana, Agave bracteosa, Agave brevipetala, Agave brevispina, Agave brittoniana, Agave brunnea, Agave bulliana, Agave cacozela, Agave cajalbanensis, Agave calodonta, Agave capensis, Agave caribaeicola, Agave cerulata, Agave chamelensis, Agave chiapensis, Agave chrysantha, Agave chrysoglossa, Agave cocui, Agave collina,

References

Peter Goldblatt (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Goldblatt' in the authors string.
Ernst Jacobus van Jaarsveld (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'van Jaarsv.' in the authors string.
John C. Manning (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.C.Manning' in the authors string.