Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
wrightii
ID:
686200

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
wcs

Year:
1878

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 16: 322 (1878)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000685533



Common Names

  • Wrightii Lachenalia
  • Cape Bells
  • Cape Hyacinth


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Description

Lachenalia wrightii (also called Wright's lachenalia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Hyacinthaceae family. It is native to South Africa and grows in rocky, sandy soils. It has a basal rosette of lance-shaped leaves and produces pink, white, or yellow flowers in the spring.

Uses & Benefits

Lachenalia wrightii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a pleasant fragrance and is often used as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Lachenalia wrightii are white and tubular, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lachenalia wrightii is a bulbous perennial plant that grows up to 3 feet tall. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by dividing the bulbs in the spring or fall. Plant the bulbs 4-6 inches deep and 4-6 inches apart.

Where to Find Lachenalia wrightii

Lachenalia wrightii can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Lachenalia wrightii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lachenalia wrightii?

Lachenalia wrightii

What is the common name of Lachenalia wrightii?

Wright's Lachenalia

What is the natural habitat of Lachenalia wrightii?

Lachenalia wrightii is native to 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,