Status:
valid
Authors:
W.F.Barker ex G.D.Duncan
Source:
wcs
Year:
1993
Citation Micro:
Fl. Pl. Africa 52: t. 2061 (1993)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000688186
Common Names
- Lachenalia thomasiae
- Thomasiae Lachenalia
- Thomasiae Squill
Description
Lachenalia thomasiae (also called Thomas' Lachenalia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to South Africa. It is an herbaceous perennial, with a maximum height of up to 0.5 m. It is found in dry, rocky areas, often growing in large clumps.
Uses & Benefits
Lachenalia thomasiae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lachenalia thomasiae has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seed is a small, round, black fruit. The seedlings have a single, heart-shaped leaf that is light green in color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lachenalia thomasiae is a bulbous perennial plant native to South Africa. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by division of the bulbs or by seed. Plant the bulbs in the fall, 4-6 inches deep and 6-8 inches apart.
Where to Find Lachenalia thomasiae
Lachenalia thomasiae can be found in South Africa, from the Western Cape to the Eastern Cape.
Lachenalia thomasiae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lachenalia thomasiae?
Lachenalia thomasiae
What is the common name of Lachenalia thomasiae?
Thomas' Lachenalia
What is the natural habitat of Lachenalia thomasiae?
Dry grasslands and scrublands of South Africa
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,