Lachenalia physocaulos - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
physocaulos
ID:
688230
Status:
valid
Authors:
W.F.Barker
Source:
wcs
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot. 50: 538 (1984)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000687563
Common Names
- Lachenalia Physocaulos
- Cape Bells
- Cape Bells Lily
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lachenalia physocaulos (also called Balloon Lachenalia, among many other common names) is a species of bulbous plant in the family Asparagaceae. It is native to South Africa. It is a low-growing plant, growing up to 0.5 m tall and with a spread of up to 1 m. It is found in dry and moist forests, often near rivers and streams.
Uses & Benefits
Lachenalia physocaulos is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its flowers are used to make perfumes and its leaves are used to make tea. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, diarrhea and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lachenalia physocaulos is a bell-shaped, white-colored flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lachenalia physocaulos is a bulbous perennial plant native to South Africa. It is best grown in well-drained soil in a sunny position. Propagate by division of the bulbs in autumn or spring. Seeds may also be sown in autumn.
Where to Find Lachenalia physocaulos
Lachenalia physocaulos is native to South Africa and can be found in Mediterranean climates.
Lachenalia physocaulos FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lachenalia physocaulos?
Lachenalia physocaulos
What is the common name of Lachenalia physocaulos?
Stalkless lachenalia
What is the habitat of Lachenalia physocaulos?
Grasslands and rocky slopes
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-280971: Based on the initial data import
Winsome Fanny Barker (1907-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.F.Barker' in the authors string.