Status:
valid
Authors:
U.Müll.-Doblies, B.Nord. & D.Müll.-Doblies
Source:
wcs
Year:
1987
Citation Micro:
S. African J. Bot. 53: 486 (1987)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000688357
Common Names
- Lachenalia barkeriana
- Barker's Lachenalia
- Barker's Onion
Description
Lachenalia barkeriana (also called Barker's Lachenalia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to South Africa. It is an herbaceous perennial, with a maximum height of up to 0.5 m. It is found in dry, rocky areas, often growing in large clumps.
Uses & Benefits
Lachenalia barkeriana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its flowers are used for making decorations and for medicinal purposes. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lachenalia barkeriana is a small, white flower with yellow stamens. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lachenalia barkeriana is a bulbous perennial plant native to South Africa. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by division of the bulbs or by seed. Plant the bulbs in the fall, 4-6 inches deep and 6-8 inches apart.
Where to Find Lachenalia barkeriana
Lachenalia barkeriana can be found in South Africa.
Lachenalia barkeriana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lachenalia barkeriana?
Lachenalia barkeriana
What is the common name of Lachenalia barkeriana?
Barker's lachenalia
What is the natural habitat of Lachenalia barkeriana?
Grasslands
Species in the Lachenalia genus
Lachenalia whitehillensis,
Lachenalia moniliformis,
Lachenalia giessii,
Lachenalia ameliae,
Lachenalia valeriae,
Lachenalia algoensis,
Lachenalia polypodantha,
Lachenalia carnosa,
Lachenalia capensis,
Lachenalia campanulata,
Lachenalia bulbifera,
Lachenalia buchubergensis,
Lachenalia aloides,
Lachenalia bowkeri,
Lachenalia anguinea,
Lachenalia bolusii,
Lachenalia bachmannii,
Lachenalia concordiana,
Lachenalia mutabilis,
Lachenalia multifolia,
Lachenalia montana,
Lachenalia mediana,
Lachenalia mathewsii,
Lachenalia nervosa,
Lachenalia martinae,
Lachenalia marginata,
Lachenalia margaretae,
Lachenalia macgregoriorum,
Lachenalia luteola,
Lachenalia maximiliani,
Lachenalia peersii,
Lachenalia pearsonii,
Lachenalia namaquensis,
Lachenalia orthopetala,
Lachenalia patula,
Lachenalia framesii,
Lachenalia flava,
Lachenalia fistulosa,
Lachenalia elegans,
Lachenalia glaucophylla,
Lachenalia dasybotrya,
Lachenalia convallarioides,
Lachenalia congesta,
Lachenalia comptonii,
Lachenalia longibracteata,
Lachenalia liliflora,
Lachenalia latimerae,
Lachenalia klinghardtiana,
Lachenalia juncifolia,
Lachenalia isopetala,
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,