Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pusilla
ID:
686641

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jacq.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1797

Citation Micro:
Collectanea 5: 71 (1797)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000685974



Common Names

  • Lachenalia pusilla
  • Pusilla Lachenalia
  • Lachenalia pusilla


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Synonyms

  • Lachenalia petiolata Baker [unknown]
  • Massonia pusilla Banks ex Ker-Gawl. [unknown]
  • Massonia undulata Thunb. [unknown]
  • Polyxena pusilla (Jacq.) Schltr. [unknown]
  • Brachyscypha undulata (Thunb.) Baker [unknown]

Description

Lachenalia pusilla (also called 'Dwarf Lachenalia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Hyacinthaceae. It is a bulbous perennial, growing up to 10 cm tall. It is native to South Africa. It is found in grasslands and rocky soils.

Uses & Benefits

Lachenalia pusilla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover in dry areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lachenalia pusilla is a small, yellowish-green, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, flattened seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lachenalia pusilla is a small, succulent, perennial plant that grows up to 10 cm tall. It is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun. Propagation is done by seed or by division of the clumps. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny spot. Division should be done in spring or summer.

Where to Find Lachenalia pusilla

Lachenalia pusilla can be found in South Africa.

Lachenalia pusilla FAQ

What are the common names of Lachenalia pusilla?

Lachenalia pusilla is commonly known as Dwarf Lachenalia.

What is the natural habitat of Lachenalia pusilla?

Lachenalia pusilla is native to the grasslands of South Africa.

What is the average size of Lachenalia pusilla?

Lachenalia pusilla typically grows to a height of 1 to 2 feet.

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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