Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
comptonii
ID:
683321

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.F.Barker

Source:
wcs

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
S. African Gard. 20: 14 (1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000682654



Common Names

  • Compton's Lachenalia
  • Compton's Cape Hyacinth
  • Lachenalia comptonii


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Description

Lachenalia comptonii (also called Compton's Lachenalia, among many other common names) is a bulbous perennial native to South Africa. It has white, bell-shaped flowers and its leaves are lanceolate in shape. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Lachenalia comptonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Lachenalia comptonii are small, white and bell-shaped, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lachenalia comptonii is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to South Africa. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It is best to water the plant regularly and fertilize it every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Lachenalia comptonii

Lachenalia comptonii can be found in the mountains of the Balkan Peninsula.

Lachenalia comptonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lachenalia comptonii?

Lachenalia comptonii

What is the common name of Lachenalia comptonii?

Compton's Lachenalia

What is the natural habitat of Lachenalia comptonii?

Grassy meadows and pastures

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-280445: Based on the initial data import
Winsome Fanny Barker (1907-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.F.Barker' in the authors string.