Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
floribunda
ID:
687236

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baker) Jessop

Source:
wcs

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot. 36: 251 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000686569



Common Names

  • Floribunda Ledebouria
  • Floribunda Ledebouria
  • Floribunda Ledebouria


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Synonyms

  • Scilla lauta N.E.Br. [unknown]
  • Scilla floribunda Baker [unknown]
  • Scilla tricolor Baker [unknown]
  • Scilla subsecunda Baker [unknown]
  • Scilla princeps Baker [unknown]
  • Scilla pendula Baker [unknown]
  • Scilla polyantha Baker [unknown]
  • Drimia pendula Burch. ex Baker [unknown]

Description

Ledebouria floribunda (also called Pink Squill, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to South Africa. It has a short, fleshy stem and small, oval-shaped leaves that are dark green with pinkish-purple spots. The flowers are small and white, and the plant grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ledebouria floribunda has been used as a medicinal herb to treat a variety of ailments, including digestive problems, headaches, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ledebouria floribunda is a small white flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and have a yellowish-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ledebouria floribunda is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to South Africa. It is propagated by division or by seed. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer once a month.

Where to Find Ledebouria floribunda

Ledebouria floribunda is native to South Africa. It grows in grassland and savanna habitats.

Ledebouria floribunda FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ledebouria floribunda?

Ledebouria floribunda

What is the common name of Ledebouria floribunda?

Many-flowered Squill

What is the natural habitat of Ledebouria floribunda?

Grasslands and open woodlands in South Africa

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-280843: Based on the initial data import
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
John Peter Jessop (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jessop' in the authors string.