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Common Names
- Albuca somersetianum
- Somersetianum Albuca
- Somersetianum's Albuca
Description
Albuca somersetianum (also called Albuca somersetiana, 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 somersetianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Albuca somersetianum is a small, white flower with a yellow centre. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Albuca somersetianum can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall when the plant is dormant. The divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until they have taken root. Once the divisions have taken root, they should be kept in a warm, sunny location. The plant should be fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Albuca somersetianum
Albuca somersetiana is native to South Africa and can be found in the Western Cape province.
Albuca somersetianum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Albuca somersetianum?
Albuca somersetianum
What is the common name of Albuca somersetianum?
Somerset's Albuca
What is the natural habitat of Albuca somersetianum?
Albuca somersetianum is found in dry grasslands and scrublands of South Africa
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,