Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
africanus
ID:
754727

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Hoffmanns.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1824

Citation Micro:
Verz. Pfl.-Kult. : 35 (1824)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000754060

Common Names

  • Agapanthus africanus
  • African Lily
  • African Agapanthus

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Description

Agapanthus africanus (also called African Lily, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Amaryllidaceae. It is native to South Africa. It is a perennial herbaceous plant growing to 1 m tall, with long, strap-like leaves and umbels of white or blue flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Agapanthus africanus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used for its medicinal properties such as treating skin diseases, wounds, and fever.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Agapanthus africanus sub. africanus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Agapanthus africanus has small, white flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Agapanthus africanus can be propagated by seed or division of clumps. It prefers a well-drained, moist soil and full sun. It is tolerant of a wide range of temperatures and is hardy to USDA Zone 9.

Where to Find Agapanthus africanus

Agapanthus africanus can be found in South Africa.

Agapanthus africanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Agapanthus africanus?

Agapanthus africanus

What is the common name of Agapanthus africanus?

African Agapanthus

What is the natural habitat of Agapanthus africanus?

Agapanthus africanus is native to southern Africa

Species in the Amaryllidaceae family

Acis autumnalis, Acis longifolia, Acis rosea, Acis trichophylla, Acis fabrei, Acis nicaeensis, Acis tingitana, Acis trichophylla, Acis valentina, Acis ionica, Agapanthus africanus, Agapanthus campanulatus, Agapanthus caulescens, Agapanthus coddii, Agapanthus inapertus, Agapanthus praecox, Agapanthus walshii, Allium aaseae, Allium abramsii, Allium acidoides, Allium aciphyllum, Allium acuminatum, Allium acutiflorum, Allium aegilicum, Allium affine, Allium afghanicum, Allium aflatunense, Allium agrigentinum, Allium akaka, Allium alabasicum, Allium alaicum, Allium albiflorum, Allium albotunicatum, Allium albovianum, Allium alexandrae, Allium alexeianum, Allium alibile, Allium alpinarii, Allium altaicum, Allium altissimum, Allium altyncolicum, Allium amethystinum, Allium ampeloprasum, Allium amphibolum, Allium amplectens, Allium anacoleum, Allium anatolicum, Allium anceps, Allium angulosum, Allium anisopodium,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-293521: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Johann Centurius Hoffmannsegg (1766-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hoffmanns.' in the authors string.