Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Species:
leptostachya
ID:
785129

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baker) N.E.Br.

Source:
iplants

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
Trans. Roy. Soc. South Africa 20: 263 (1932)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000784462



Common Names

  • Radinosiphon Leptostachya
  • Slender-spiked Radinosiphon
  • Radinosiphon of Slender Spikes


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Description

Radinosiphon leptostachya (also called Slender-spiked Radinosiphon, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Iridaceae. It is native to South Africa. It grows in grassland and savanna habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Radinosiphon leptostachya is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes, and is also used for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Radinosiphon leptostachya has white, bell-shaped flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are short and have two to three leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Radinosiphon leptostachya is a small shrub that grows to a height of 3-4 feet. It is native to Central and South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a moist medium.

Where to Find Radinosiphon leptostachya

Radinosiphon leptostachya is native to South Africa and can be found in the Western Cape Province.

Radinosiphon leptostachya FAQ

What is the scientific name of Radinosiphon leptostachya?

Radinosiphon leptostachya

What is the common name of Radinosiphon leptostachya?

Slender-Stalked Radinosiphon

What is the natural habitat of Radinosiphon leptostachya?

Grasslands of South Africa

Species in the Radinosiphon genus

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-322989: Based on the initial data import
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Nicholas Edward Brown (1849-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.E.Br.' in the authors string.