Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
polypodantha
ID:
682520

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr. ex W.F.Barker

Source:
wcs

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot. 45: 212 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000681853



Common Names

  • Polypodantha Lachenalia
  • Polypodantha Lachenalia
  • Lachenalia Polypodantha


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Description

Lachenalia polypodantha (also called Polypod Lachenalia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Hyacinthaceae family. It is native to South Africa and is found in grasslands and rocky outcrops. It is a bulbous perennial with narrow, strap-like leaves and bell-shaped, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Lachenalia polypodantha is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and as a windbreak. The plant has a high tolerance for drought and can also be used to control soil erosion.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Lachenalia polypodantha sub. eburnea G.D.Duncan
Lachenalia polypodantha sub. polypodantha

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lachenalia polypodantha has small, white flowers that bloom in the spring. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lachenalia polypodantha is a bulb native to South Africa. It is hardy in USDA zones 8 to 10 and prefers well-drained soil. It prefers full sun to partial shade and is drought tolerant once established. Propagation is usually done by seed or offsets. Seeds should be sown in the fall or spring in a well-drained soil. Offsets should be removed in the summer and planted in moist soil.

Where to Find Lachenalia polypodantha

Lachenalia polypodantha is native to South Africa.

Lachenalia polypodantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lachenalia polypodantha?

Lachenalia polypodantha

What is the common name of Lachenalia polypodantha?

Lachenalia

What is the natural habitat of Lachenalia polypodantha?

Woodlands, scrub 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-280342: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
Winsome Fanny Barker (1907-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.F.Barker' in the authors string.