Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
capensis
ID:
765800

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schltr.) A.M.van der Merwe & J.C.Manning

Source:
wcs

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Strelitzia 9: 713 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000765133



Common Names

  • Cape Daubenya
  • Cape Star Flower
  • Cape Star Lily


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Description

Daubenya capensis (also called Cape Daubenya, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant with white flowers and long, narrow leaves. It is native to the southwestern Cape of South Africa and is found in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Daubenya capensis is an attractive ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscapes. It is drought tolerant and can be used as a groundcover or in rock gardens. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Daubenya capensis has small, white flowers in a terminal inflorescence. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf with a jagged edge.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Daubenya capensis is a terrestrial orchid that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is hardy in USDA zones 8-11 and can tolerate temperatures down to 10°F. It should be fertilized regularly.

Where to Find Daubenya capensis

Daubenya capensis is native to South Africa.

Daubenya capensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Daubenya capensis?

Daubenya capensis

What is the common name of Daubenya capensis?

Cape Daubenya

Where is Daubenya capensis native to?

Africa

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-304031: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
John C. Manning (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.C.Manning' in the authors string.
Alison Mary van der Merwe (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.M.van der Merwe' in the authors string.