Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
inquinata
ID:
687268

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.A.Sm.) Jessop

Source:
wcs

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot. 36: 257 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000686601



Common Names

  • Inquinata Ledebouria
  • Ledebouria Inquinata
  • Inquinata Ledebouria


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Synonyms

  • Scilla inquinata C.A.Sm. [unknown]

Description

Ledebouria inquinata (also called Brown 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 brown in color. The flowers are small and white, and the plant grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ledebouria inquinata is a species of flowering plant in the family Asparagaceae. It is native to South Africa and is used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ledebouria inquinata has small, yellow flowers with long, thin petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ledebouria inquinata is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows in temperate climates. It can be propagated from seed or division. When propagating from seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. When propagating from division, the plant should be divided into smaller sections and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The divisions should be kept moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Ledebouria inquinata

Ledebouria inquinata can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Ledebouria inquinata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ledebouria inquinata?

Ledebouria inquinata

What is the common name of Ledebouria inquinata?

Inky Squill

What is the natural habitat of Ledebouria inquinata?

Grassy slopes and rocky outcrops

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-280846: Based on the initial data import
Christo Albertyn Smith (1898-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.A.Sm.' in the authors string.
John Peter Jessop (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jessop' in the authors string.