Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
punctata
ID:
686672

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jacq.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1789

Citation Micro:
Collectanea 2: 323 (1789)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000686005



Common Names

  • Lachenalia punctata
  • Punctata Lachenalia
  • Lachenalia punctata


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Synonyms

  • Lachenalia tigrina Jacq. [unknown]
  • Lachenalia rubida Jacq. [unknown]
  • Lachenalia rubida rubida [unknown]

Description

Lachenalia punctata (also called Painted Lady, among many other common names) is a bulbous plant native to South Africa. It has long, narrow leaves that are usually green with white spots. It grows in moist, grassy areas and is tolerant of drought.

Uses & Benefits

Lachenalia punctata is a succulent plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. The leaves of this plant can be used to make a tea that is said to have medicinal properties, such as treating colds and flu. It is also said to have anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Lachenalia rubida var. tigrina (Jacq.) Baker

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lachenalia punctata has yellow and white flowers with black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lachenalia punctata is a small, bulbous plant that grows up to 30 cm (12 in) tall. It has long, narrow leaves and bell-shaped, purple and blue flowers. It is native to South Africa and is hardy in USDA zones 9-11. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil, and can be propagated from bulbs or by seed.

Where to Find Lachenalia punctata

Lachenalia punctata is native to South Africa and is found in the Western Cape and Eastern Cape provinces.

Lachenalia punctata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lachenalia punctata?

Lachenalia punctata

What is the common name of Lachenalia punctata?

Lachenalia

What is the family of Lachenalia punctata?

Hyacinthaceae

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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