Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
youngii
ID:
686190

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
wcs

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Fl. Cap. 6: 433 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000685523



Common Names

  • Youngii Lachenalia
  • Cape Bells
  • Cape Hyacinth


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Description

Lachenalia youngii (also called Young'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 youngii 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 youngii are white and fragrant. The seeds are small and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lachenalia youngii is a perennial herbaceous plant. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Division should be done in the spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in the spring or early summer in a light, well-drained soil. The soil should be kept moist but not wet. Fertilize regularly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Lachenalia youngii

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

Lachenalia youngii FAQ

What are the common names for Lachenalia youngii?

Young's Lachenalia

What is the scientific name for Young's Lachenalia?

Lachenalia youngii

What type of plant is Lachenalia youngii?

It is a bulbous perennial

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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