Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
ensifolia
ID:
680180

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Eckl.) S.Venter & T.J.Edwards

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 33: 49 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000679513



Common Names

  • Sword-leaved Ledebouria
  • Sword-leaved Squill
  • Sword-leaved Onion


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Synonyms

  • Idothea ludwigii (Miq.) Kunth [unknown]
  • Scilla ensifolia (Eckl.) Britten [unknown]
  • Scilla ecklonii Baker [unknown]
  • Scilla ludwigii (Miq.) Baker [unknown]
  • Scilla prasina Baker [unknown]
  • Scilla pusilla Baker [unknown]
  • Drimia angustifolia Kunth [unknown]
  • Drimia ensifolia Eckl. [unknown]
  • Drimia ludwigii Miq. [unknown]

Description

Ledebouria ensifolia (also called sword-leaved squill, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a rosette of basal leaves and a single flowering stem. The flowers are white and have four petals. It grows in dry, rocky soils in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Ledebouria ensifolia has been used in traditional medicine for treating fever, coughs, and colds. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ledebouria ensifolia is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have two, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ledebouria ensifolia is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be propagated by division in spring.

Where to Find Ledebouria ensifolia

Ledebouria ensifolia can be found in the Mediterranean region, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Ledebouria ensifolia FAQ

What are the common names of Ledebouria ensifolia?

Sword-leaved Squill

What is the habitat of Ledebouria ensifolia?

Dry grassland, woodland clearings, and rocky slopes

What is the flowering season of Ledebouria ensifolia?

June to August

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-280079: Based on the initial data import
Fanie Venter (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Venter' in the authors string.
Christian Friedrich Ecklon (1795-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eckl.' in the authors string.
Trevor J. Edwards (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.J.Edwards' in the authors string.