Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
urceolata
ID:
688512

Status:
valid

Authors:
Stedje

Source:
wcs

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 15: 595 (1995 publ. 1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000687845



Common Names

  • Ledebouria Urceolata
  • Urceolata Ledebouria
  • Urceolata Squill


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Description

Ledebouria urceolata (also called Urn Plant, among many other common names) is a species of bulbous plant native to South Africa. It is a perennial plant with small, star-shaped flowers that range in color from white to purple. It grows in dry, sunny areas and is often found in scrubland and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Ledebouria urceolata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, cough, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ledebouria urceolata is a small, white, unisexual flower, with the male flowers having a single stamen and the female flowers having a single pistil. The seed of Ledebouria urceolata is a small, black, ovoid drupe. The seedlings of Ledebouria urceolata are small, with a single stem and two opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ledebouria urceolata is a small perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm in height. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry, rocky areas. The leaves are linear and have a pointed tip. The flowers are white and bell-shaped. Propagation is by seed or division. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Ledebouria urceolata

Ledebouria urceolata is native to southern Africa, including South Africa and Swaziland.

Ledebouria urceolata FAQ

What type of soil does Ledebouria urceolata prefer?

Ledebouria urceolata prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil with a pH of 6.0 to 6.5.

What is the ideal temperature range for Ledebouria urceolata?

Ledebouria urceolata prefers temperatures between 65 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit.

How much sunlight does Ledebouria urceolata need?

Ledebouria urceolata needs bright, indirect light to thrive.

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-280997: Based on the initial data import
Brita Stedje (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stedje' in the authors string.