Status:
valid
Authors:
Andrews
Source:
wcs
Year:
1803
Citation Micro:
Bot. Repos. 5: t. 296 (1803)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000685925
Common Names
- Lachenalia rosea
- Lachenalia Rosea
- Lachenalia rosea
Synonyms
- Lachenalia bifolia Ker Gawl. [unknown]
- Lachenalia sanguinolenta Willd. ex Kunth [unknown]
- Scillopsis bifolia (Ker Gawl.) Lem. [unknown]
- Scillopsis rosea (Andrews) Lem. [unknown]
- Lachenalia unifolia pappei Baker [unknown]
Description
Lachenalia rosea (also called Rose Lachenalia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has long, narrow leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas and on the edges of forests.
Uses & Benefits
Lachenalia rosea 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 rosea 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lachenalia rosea is a hardy, evergreen perennial that is native to South Africa. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or cuttings. Division should be done in early spring or late fall. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer.
Where to Find Lachenalia rosea
Lachenalia rosea can be found in South Africa.
Lachenalia rosea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lachenalia rosea?
Lachenalia rosea
What is the common name of Lachenalia rosea?
Rose Lachenalia
What is the natural habitat of Lachenalia rosea?
Dry grassland and scrubland
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,