Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
marginata
ID:
683024

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.F.Barker

Source:
wcs

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot. 45: 204 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000682357



Common Names

  • Marginata Lachenalia
  • Lachenalia Marginata
  • Marginated Lachenalia


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Description

Lachenalia marginata (also called Margined Lachenalia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Hyacinthaceae family. It is native to the Western Cape of South Africa and grows in grasslands and rocky areas. It is a perennial herb with a single stem and grows to a height of about 10 cm. The leaves are linear and the flowers are white or pink with a yellow throat.

Uses & Benefits

Lachenalia marginata is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used as a cut flower and in dried flower arrangements.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Lachenalia marginata sub. marginata
Lachenalia marginata sub. neglecta Schltr. ex G.D.Duncan

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lachenalia marginata has small, yellow flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lachenalia marginata is a bulbous perennial plant that is native to the Western Cape of South Africa. It can be grown from seed or propagated from offsets. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil. It is best planted in autumn or spring, and should be watered regularly during the growing season. It is hardy to temperatures down to -5°C (23°F).

Where to Find Lachenalia marginata

Lachenalia marginata is native to South Africa.

Lachenalia marginata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lachenalia marginata?

Lachenalia marginata

What is the common name of Lachenalia marginata?

Margined Lachenalia

What is the natural habitat of Lachenalia marginata?

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-280400: Based on the initial data import
Winsome Fanny Barker (1907-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.F.Barker' in the authors string.