Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
mediana
ID:
682997

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jacq.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1791

Citation Micro:
Collectanea 3: 242 (1791)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000682330



Common Names

  • Mediana Cape Cow-Lily
  • Mediana Cape Cow Lily
  • Lachenalia mediana


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Synonyms

  • Scillopsis mediana (Jacq.) Lem. [unknown]
  • Lachenalia mediana mediana [unknown]

Description

Lachenalia mediana (also called Common Lachenalia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Hyacinthaceae family. It is native to South Africa. It is a bulbous perennial that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is found in grasslands and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Lachenalia mediana 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 mediana sub. rogersii (Baker) G.D.Duncan
Lachenalia mediana sub. mediana

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lachenalia mediana has white to pinkish flowers, with a yellow centre. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lachenalia mediana is a perennial plant that is native to South Africa. It is a low-growing, evergreen plant that grows up to 6 inches (15 cm) tall. It has small, white flowers that bloom in the summer. The plant is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -4°F (-20°C).

Where to Find Lachenalia mediana

Lachenalia mediana is native to South Africa and can be found in temperate regions of the country.

Lachenalia mediana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lachenalia mediana?

Lachenalia mediana

What is the common name of Lachenalia mediana?

Median Lachenalia

What is the natural habitat of Lachenalia mediana?

Grassy slopes, meadows, and alpine 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,

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