Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
lilacina
ID:
688950

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Fenzl ex Endl.) Speta

Source:
wcs

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Phyton (Horn) 38: 106 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000688283



Common Names

  • Ledebouria lilacina
  • Lilac Squill
  • Lilac-Flowered Squill


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Synonyms

  • Scilla lilacina (Fenzl ex Endl.) Baker [unknown]
  • Drimia lilacina (Fenzl ex Endl.) Schweinf. [unknown]
  • Eratobotrys lilacina Fenzl ex Kunth [unknown]

Description

Ledebouria lilacina (also called Ledebouria lilacina, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to South Africa. It grows up to 10 centimeters tall and has a stem diameter of up to 2 centimeters. The leaves are linear to lanceolate, and measure up to 8 centimeters in length. It is found in dry grassland, scrubland, and rocky outcrops.

Uses & Benefits

Ledebouria lilacina is a species of flowering plant in the family Hyacinthaceae. It is native to Mexico and is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used to make herbal teas and medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ledebouria lilacina has small, star-shaped flowers that are usually white or pale pink in color. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, round leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ledebouria lilacina can be propagated through bulb division or seed. It should be grown in well-drained soil in partial shade with regular watering. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Ledebouria lilacina

Ledebouria lilacina is native to South Africa. It is found in grasslands and rocky slopes.

Ledebouria lilacina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ledebouria lilacina?

Ledebouria lilacina

What is the common name of Ledebouria lilacina?

Lilac Hyacinth

What is the natural habitat of Ledebouria lilacina?

Ledebouria lilacina is native to 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-281037: Based on the initial data import
Stephan Endlicher (1804-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Endl.' in the authors string.
Eduard Fenzl (1808-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fenzl' in the authors string.
Franz Speta (1941-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Speta' in the authors string.