Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
lachenalioides
ID:
733314

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baker) van der Merwe

Source:
wcs

Year:
1946

Citation Micro:
Tijdschr. Natuurk. Wetensch. Kunsten 6(3): 46 (1946)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000732647



Common Names

  • Resnova lachenalioides
  • Lachenal's Resnova
  • Lachenal's Pea


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Synonyms

  • Avonsera lachenalioides (Baker) Speta [unknown]
  • Scilla lachenalioides Baker [unknown]
  • Ledebouria lachenalioides (Baker) J.C.Manning & Goldblatt [unknown]
  • Drimiopsis lachenalioides (Baker) Jessop [unknown]

Description

Resnova lachenalioides (also called Lachenalia orchid, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It grows in moist, shady habitats and has white, bell-shaped flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Resnova lachenalioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Resnova lachenalioides is yellow and has four petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings have a single, long stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Resnova lachenalioides is a perennial herb that is propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soils. It can be propagated by seed or division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Resnova lachenalioides

Resnova lachenalioides can be found in Madagascar.

Resnova lachenalioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Resnova lachenalioides?

Resnova lachenalioides

What is the family of Resnova lachenalioides?

Resnovaceae

Where is Resnova lachenalioides found?

It is found in tropical Africa

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