Status:
valid
Authors:
B.-E.van Wyk & M.M.le Roux
Source:
ksufab
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
S. African J. Bot.75: 92 (2009)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000744131
Common Names
- Lebeckia uniflora
- One-flowered Lebeckia
- One-flowered Impatiens
Description
Lebeckia uniflora (also called 'One-flowered Lebeckia', among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to South Africa. It is a low-growing plant with bright green leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in grasslands, scrublands, and rocky outcrops.
Uses & Benefits
Lebeckia uniflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. Its flowers have a pleasant scent and can be used to make herbal teas and infusions.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lebeckia uniflora is a small, yellow, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, shiny seed with a smooth surface. The seedling is a small, dark green plant with a single, slender stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lebeckia uniflora can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not soggy and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Lebeckia uniflora
Lebeckia uniflora is native to South Africa.
Lebeckia uniflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lebeckia uniflora?
Lebeckia uniflora
What is the common name of Lebeckia uniflora?
One-flowered Lebeckia
Where is Lebeckia uniflora found?
Lebeckia uniflora is found in South Africa.
Species in the Lebeckia genus
Lebeckia ambigua,
Lebeckia contaminata,
Lebeckia gracilis,
Lebeckia grandiflora,
Lebeckia longipes,
Lebeckia meyeriana,
Lebeckia pauciflora,
Lebeckia plukenetiana,
Lebeckia sepiaria,
Lebeckia wrightii,
Lebeckia brevicarpa,
Lebeckia brevipes,
Lebeckia zeyheri,
Lebeckia uniflora,
Lebeckia lotonoides,
Species in the Fabaceae family