Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
lazulina
ID:
690239

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wild) Speta

Source:
wcs

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Phyton (Horn) 38: 109 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000689572



Common Names

  • Lazulina Fig
  • Fig Lazulina
  • Lazulina Fig Tree


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Synonyms

  • Scilla lazulina Wild [unknown]

Description

Merwilla lazulina (also called Blue Merwilla, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to South Africa. It is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 1.5 meters in height. It is found in moist woods, thickets, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Merwilla lazulina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Merwilla lazulina has small, blue flowers that are borne in clusters. The fruits are small, round, and yellow-green in color. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Merwilla lazulina can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature wood and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Merwilla lazulina

Merwilla lazulina can be found in the coastal areas of South Africa.

Merwilla lazulina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Merwilla lazulina?

Merwilla lazulina

What is the common name of Merwilla lazulina?

Lazuline Merwilla

What is the natural habitat of Merwilla lazulina?

Tropical rainforest

Species in the Merwilla genus

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-281158: Based on the initial data import
Hiram Wild (1917-1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wild' in the authors string.
Franz Speta (1941-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Speta' in the authors string.