Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sandersonii
ID:
1408419

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baker) Goldblatt & J.C.Manning

Source:
BODATSA (SANBI)

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 46(1)-a2024: 4 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001420883



Common Names

  • Afrosolen sandersonii
  • Sandersonii Afrosolen
  • Sandersonii Sanderson's Afrosolen


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Description

Afrosolen sandersonii (also called 'Sanderson's Afrosolen' and 'Sanderson's Onion', among many other common names) is a bulbous perennial plant native to South Africa. It has linear leaves and produces a spike of white flowers with yellow centres. It grows in grassland and scrubland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Afrosolen sandersonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is drought tolerant and can be used as a groundcover. It is also used to attract pollinators.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Afrosolen sandersonii sub. limpopoensis (Goldblatt & J.C.Manning) Goldblatt & J.C.Manning

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Afrosolen sandersonii is yellow and bell-shaped with six petals. The seed is small and black and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Afrosolen sandersonii is a succulent that is native to South Africa. It is a slow-growing plant that can reach up to 12 inches (30 cm) in height. It prefers well-draining soil and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done by division or stem cuttings. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and allowed to dry for a few days before planting.

Where to Find Afrosolen sandersonii

Afrosolen sandersonii is native to South Africa and can be found in dry grasslands and scrublands.

Afrosolen sandersonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Afrosolen sandersonii?

Afrosolen sandersonii

What is the family of Afrosolen sandersonii?

Asphodelaceae

What is the common name of Afrosolen sandersonii?

Sanderson's Starfish Plant

Species in the Iridaceae family

Alophia drummondii, Alophia intermedia, Alophia medusa, Alophia silvestris, Alophia veracruzana, Aristea abyssinica, Aristea africana, Aristea alata, Aristea anceps, Aristea angolensis, Aristea angustifolia, Aristea bakeri, Aristea bequaertii, Aristea biflora, Aristea cantharophila, Aristea capitata, Aristea cladocarpa, Aristea compressa, Aristea cuspidata, Aristea dichotoma, Aristea djalonis, Aristea ecklonii, Aristea fimbriata, Aristea flexicaulis, Aristea galpinii, Aristea glauca, Aristea goetzei, Aristea grandis, Aristea humbertii, Aristea inaequalis, Aristea juncifolia, Aristea kitchingii, Aristea latifolia, Aristea lugens, Aristea madagascariensis, Aristea montana, Aristea monticola, Aristea nyikensis, Aristea oligocephala, Aristea palustris, Aristea parviflora, Aristea pauciflora, Aristea platycaulis, Aristea polycephala, Aristea pusilla, Aristea racemosa, Aristea ranomafana, Aristea recisa, Aristea rigidifolia, Aristea rupicola,

References

John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Peter Goldblatt (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Goldblatt' in the authors string.
John C. Manning (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.C.Manning' in the authors string.