Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
bolusii
ID:
682661

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.F.Barker

Source:
wcs

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot. 45: 193 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000681994



Common Names

  • Lachenalia bolusii
  • Bolus's Lachenalia
  • Bolus Lachenalia


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Description

Lachenalia bolusii (also called Bolus' Lachenalia, among many other common names) is an evergreen bulb native to South Africa. It has strap-shaped leaves and produces clusters of bell-shaped flowers in shades of pink, purple, and white. It grows in sandy soils in grasslands and coastal scrub.

Uses & Benefits

Lachenalia bolusii is an ornamental plant, used in gardens and parks for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used medicinally for its antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lachenalia bolusii is white, and its seeds are small, round capsules. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lachenalia bolusii is a bulb native to South Africa. It is hardy in USDA zones 8 to 10 and prefers well-drained soil. It prefers full sun to partial shade and is drought tolerant once established. Propagation is usually done by seed or offsets. Seeds should be sown in the fall or spring in a well-drained soil. Offsets should be removed in the summer and planted in moist soil.

Where to Find Lachenalia bolusii

Lachenalia bolusii can be found in South Africa, in the Western Cape and Eastern Cape provinces.

Lachenalia bolusii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lachenalia bolusii?

Lachenalia bolusii

What type of plant is Lachenalia bolusii?

It is a bulbous perennial plant.

Where is Lachenalia bolusii native to?

It is native to South Africa.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-280355: Based on the initial data import
Winsome Fanny Barker (1907-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.F.Barker' in the authors string.