Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
peersii
ID:
683095

Status:
valid

Authors:
Marloth ex W.F.Barker

Source:
wcs

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot. 44: 391 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000682428



Common Names

  • Peers' Lachenalia
  • Lachenalia peersii
  • Peers Lachenalia


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Description

Lachenalia peersii (also called Peers' Lachenalia, among many other common names) is a bulbous perennial plant with white and pink flowers. It is native to South Africa and is found in grasslands and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Lachenalia peersii has been used in traditional medicine to treat eye disorders and inflammation. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lachenalia peersii is a small, white, six-petalled flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, white, six-petalled flower with a yellow center.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lachenalia peersii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F). It can be propagated by division in the spring or by seed in the fall.

Where to Find Lachenalia peersii

Lachenalia peersii is native to South Africa.

Lachenalia peersii FAQ

What is the hardiness zone for Lachenalia peersii?

USDA Hardiness Zones 8-10

What is the soil type for Lachenalia peersii?

Well-drained, acidic soil

What is the light requirement for Lachenalia peersii?

Full sun to partial shade

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-280411: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Marloth (1855-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Marloth' in the authors string.
Winsome Fanny Barker (1907-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.F.Barker' in the authors string.