Status:
valid
Authors:
W.F.Barker
Source:
wcs
Year:
1987
Citation Micro:
S. African J. Bot. 53: 168 (1987)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000687801
Common Names
- Lachenalia Kliprandensis
- Kliprandensis Lachenalia
- Kliprandensis Cape Bells
Description
Lachenalia kliprandensis is a species of flowering plant in the Hyacinthaceae family. It is native to South Africa and is found in rocky places and on cliffs. It has an erect, slender stem and is usually up to 25 cm tall. The leaves are linear and up to 10 cm long. The flowers are borne in a raceme and are pink or white in color.
Uses & Benefits
Lachenalia kliprandensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, cough, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lachenalia kliprandensis is a small, white, unisexual flower, with the male flowers having a single stamen and the female flowers having a single pistil. The seed of Lachenalia kliprandensis is a small, black, ovoid drupe. The seedlings of Lachenalia kliprandensis are small, with a single stem and two opposite leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lachenalia kliprandensis is a small perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm in height. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry, rocky areas. The leaves are linear and have a pointed tip. The flowers are white and bell-shaped. Propagation is by seed or division. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Where to Find Lachenalia kliprandensis
Lachenalia kliprandensis can be found in South Africa, growing in rocky outcrops and grassland.
Lachenalia kliprandensis FAQ
What type of soil does Lachenalia kliprandensis prefer?
Lachenalia kliprandensis prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil with a pH of 6.0 to 6.5.
What is the ideal temperature range for Lachenalia kliprandensis?
Lachenalia kliprandensis prefers temperatures between 65 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit.
How much sunlight does Lachenalia kliprandensis need?
Lachenalia kliprandensis needs bright, indirect light to thrive.
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,