Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
obscura
ID:
688832

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr. ex G.D.Duncan

Source:
wcs

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 27: 9 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000688165



Common Names

  • Lachenalia obscura
  • Obscura Lachenalia
  • Obscura Squill


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Description

Lachenalia obscura (also called obscure lachenalia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a short stem with large leaves and white flowers. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and wastelands.

Uses & Benefits

Lachenalia obscura is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a ground cover, and as a container plant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, stomach ailments, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lachenalia obscura has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seed is a small, round, black fruit. The seedlings have a single, heart-shaped leaf that is light green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lachenalia obscura is a small to medium-sized plant, growing to a height of 10–15 cm. It is an evergreen plant with a dense, spreading crown. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Lachenalia obscura

Lachenalia obscura can be found in South Africa, from the Western Cape to the Eastern Cape.

Lachenalia obscura FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lachenalia obscura?

Lachenalia obscura

What is the common name of Lachenalia obscura?

Obscure Lachenalia

What is the natural habitat of Lachenalia obscura?

Lachenalia obscura is native to South Africa

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-281026: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
Graham Duncan (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.D.Duncan' in the authors string.