Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
rogersii
ID:
755907

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schönland

Source:
wcs

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
Rec. Albany Mus. 3: 59 (1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000755240



Common Names

  • Albuca Rogersii
  • Rogersii Albuca
  • Rogersii Onion


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Description

Albuca rogersii (also called Rogers' Albuca, among many other common names) is a bulbous perennial plant with long, narrow, grey-green leaves and white flowers. It is native to South Africa and grows in rocky, sandy soils in dry grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Albuca rogersii is a popular ornamental plant, often grown in gardens for its attractive foliage and white flowers. It can also be used as a ground cover or as a border plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Albuca rogersii is white in color and has a tubular shape. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Albuca rogersii is a bulbous perennial that can be grown from seed or offsets. It is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or offsets. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Offsets can be divided in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Albuca rogersii

Albuca rogersii can be found in the Northern Cape province of South Africa.

Albuca rogersii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Albuca rogersii?

Albuca rogersii

What is the common name of Albuca rogersii?

Rogers' Albuca

What is the natural habitat of Albuca rogersii?

Albuca rogersii is native to South Africa and is found in rocky, sandy areas.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-294621: Based on the initial data import
Selmar Schonland (1860-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schönland' in the authors string.