Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
kirkii
ID:
689045

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baker) Stedje & Thulin

Source:
wcs

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. E. Africa , Hyacinthac.: 12 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000688378



Common Names

  • Ledebouria kirkii
  • Kirk's Squill
  • Kirk's Onion


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Synonyms

  • Ledebouria hildebrandtii (Baker) U.Müll.-Doblies & D.Müll.-Doblies [unknown]
  • Scilla johnstonii Baker ex Oliv. [unknown]
  • Scilla kirkii Baker [unknown]
  • Urginea corradii Chiov. [unknown]
  • Drimia angustitepala Engl. [unknown]
  • Drimia hildebrandtii Baker [unknown]

Description

Ledebouria kirkii (also called 'Silver Squill', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Hyacinthaceae family. It is native to South Africa, where it is found in grassland and rocky areas. It is a small, bulbous perennial with succulent leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Ledebouria kirkii 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 kirkii 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 kirkii is an evergreen perennial that can be propagated from seed or from division. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Pruning is not necessary.

Where to Find Ledebouria kirkii

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

Ledebouria kirkii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ledebouria kirkii?

Ledebouria kirkii

What is the common name of Ledebouria kirkii?

Kirk's ledebouria

What is the natural habitat of Ledebouria kirkii?

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-281046: Based on the initial data import
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Mats Thulin (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thulin' in the authors string.
Brita Stedje (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stedje' in the authors string.