Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
bulbifera
ID:
682595

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cirillo) Engl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1899

Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Königl. Bot. Gart. Berlin 2: 321 (1899)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000681928



Common Names

  • Bulbiferous Lachenalia
  • Bulbiferous Cape-Cow-Lily
  • Bulbiferous Cape-Hyacinth


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Synonyms

  • Lachenalia pendula Aiton [unknown]
  • Lachenalia linguiformis Lam. [unknown]
  • Phormium bulbiferum Cirillo [unknown]
  • Scilla decora Salisb. [unknown]
  • Lachenalia bifolia (Burm.f.) W.F.Barker ex G.D.Duncan [unknown]

Description

Lachenalia bulbifera (also called 'Bulb-Bearing Lachenalia', among many other common names) is a small evergreen bulb native to South Africa. It has an upright, spreading habit and small, glossy, dark green leaves. It is commonly found in woodland, scrub and hedgerows.

Uses & Benefits

Lachenalia bulbifera is a bulbous plant that is native to South Africa. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as being used to treat skin ailments and as an anti-inflammatory. It is also known for its ability to attract pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lachenalia bulbifera 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 bulbifera is a bulbous perennial plant that is native to South Africa. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Division should be done in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Lachenalia bulbifera

Lachenalia bulbifera can be found in South Africa.

Lachenalia bulbifera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lachenalia bulbifera?

Lachenalia bulbifera

What is the common name of Lachenalia bulbifera?

Bulb-bearing lachenalia

What type of plant is Lachenalia bulbifera?

Lachenalia bulbifera is a bulbous perennial

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-280349: Based on the initial data import
Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.
Domenico Cirillo (1739-1799): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cirillo' in the authors string.