Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Species:
pyramidalis
ID:
785235

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lam.) Goldblatt

Source:
iplants

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Contr. Bolus Herb. 4: 41 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000784568



Common Names

  • Lapeirousia pyramidalis
  • Pyramidal Lapeirousia
  • Pyramidal Iris


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Description

Lapeirousia pyramidalis (also called Pyramidal Lapeirousia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm in height. It is native to South Africa and is found in grasslands and rocky outcrops. It has linear leaves that are 2-5 cm long and 0.5-1 cm wide.

Uses & Benefits

Lapeirousia pyramidalis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant in parks and gardens.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Lapeirousia pyramidalis sub. pyramidalis
Lapeirousia pyramidalis sub. regalis Goldblatt & J.C.Manning

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lapeirousia pyramidalis has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings have a single stem with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lapeirousia pyramidalis is a bulbous perennial native to South Africa. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or by division. Seeds should be planted in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Lapeirousia pyramidalis

Lapeirousia pyramidalis is native to South Africa.

Lapeirousia pyramidalis FAQ

What is the common name of Lapeirousia pyramidalis?

Pyramidal Lapeirousia

What is the scientific name of Pyramidal Lapeirousia?

Lapeirousia pyramidalis

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Iridaceae

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-323093: Based on the initial data import
Jean-Baptiste de Lamarck (1744-1829): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lam.' in the authors string.
Peter Goldblatt (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Goldblatt' in the authors string.