Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
cremnophila
ID:
809620

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Venter & van Jaarsv.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Aloe 43: 78 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000808954



Common Names

  • Ledebouria cremnophila
  • Climbing Onion
  • Climbing Squill


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Description

Ledebouria cremnophila (also called Cremnophila Squill, among many other common names) is a small bulbous plant native to South Africa. It has a single, thin, erect stem with several, small, ovate leaves. The flowers are white with a yellow lip. It grows in dry, rocky grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Ledebouria cremnophila is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is attractive to bees and other pollinators and has a long flowering season.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ledebouria cremnophila is a small, white and fragrant flower with six petals. The seed is a small, black and round seed. The seedling is a small, green and oval-shaped plant.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ledebouria cremnophila can be propagated by division or by seed. It can be grown in well-drained, humus-rich soil in a shady spot. It requires regular watering during the growing season and should be kept dry in winter. It can also be grown in pots.

Where to Find Ledebouria cremnophila

Ledebouria cremnophila can be found in South Africa.

Ledebouria cremnophila FAQ

What is the optimal soil pH for Ledebouria cremnophila?

The optimal soil pH for Ledebouria cremnophila is 6.0-7.5.

What is the optimal temperature for Ledebouria cremnophila?

The optimal temperature for Ledebouria cremnophila is between 15-25°C.

What is the optimal light intensity for Ledebouria cremnophila?

The optimal light intensity for Ledebouria cremnophila is bright, indirect light.

Species in the Ledebouria genus

Ledebouria sandersonii, Ledebouria galpinii, Ledebouria ensifolia, Ledebouria floribunda, Ledebouria cooperi, Ledebouria concolor, Ledebouria inquinata, Ledebouria luteola, Ledebouria apertiflora, Ledebouria viscosa, Ledebouria hypoxidioides, Ledebouria undulata, Ledebouria socialis, Ledebouria scabrida, Ledebouria revoluta, Ledebouria ovatifolia, Ledebouria ovalifolia, Ledebouria marginata, Ledebouria parvifolia, Ledebouria crispa, Ledebouria macowanii, Ledebouria urceolata, Ledebouria dolomiticola, Ledebouria atrobrunnea, Ledebouria grandifolia, Ledebouria zambesiaca, Ledebouria maesta, Ledebouria camerooniana, Ledebouria somaliensis, Ledebouria lilacina, Ledebouria cordifolia, Ledebouria edulis, Ledebouria kirkii, Ledebouria nossibeensis, Ledebouria insularis, Ledebouria cremnophila, Ledebouria sudanica, Ledebouria venteri, Ledebouria mokobulanensis, Ledebouria asperifolia, Ledebouria confusa, Ledebouria coriacea, Ledebouria glauca, Ledebouria lepida, Ledebouria leptophylla, Ledebouria minima, Ledebouria monophylla, Ledebouria papillata, Ledebouria pardalota, Ledebouria pustulata,

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-347193: Based on the initial data import
Fanie Venter (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Venter' in the authors string.
Ernst Jacobus van Jaarsveld (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'van Jaarsv.' in the authors string.