Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
edulis
ID:
689035

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Engl.) Stedje

Source:
wcs

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. E. Africa , Hyacinthac.: 14 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000688368



Common Names

  • Ledebouria edulis
  • Edible Squill
  • Edible-Leaved Squill


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Synonyms

  • Scilla edulis Engl. [unknown]

Description

Ledebouria edulis (also called Edible Squill, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to South Africa. It is a perennial herb with a rosette of succulent leaves that are up to 10 cm long. The flowers are white and bell-shaped, and measure up to 2 cm in diameter. It is found in grasslands, woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ledebouria edulis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its flowers are used for making decorations and for medicinal purposes. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ledebouria edulis is a small, white flower with yellow stamens. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ledebouria edulis 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 Ledebouria edulis

Ledebouria edulis can be found in the grasslands of South Africa.

Ledebouria edulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ledebouria edulis?

Ledebouria edulis

What is the common name of Ledebouria edulis?

Edible ledebouria

What is the natural habitat of Ledebouria edulis?

Grasslands

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-281045: Based on the initial data import
Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.
Brita Stedje (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stedje' in the authors string.