Status:
valid
Authors:
Spreng.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1901
Citation Micro:
Gartenflora 1901: 21 (1901)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000754063
Common Names
- Agapanthus caulescens
- Caulescent Lily
- Caulescens Agapanthus
Description
Agapanthus caulescens (also called Caulescent 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 caulescens 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 caulescens sub. gracilis (F.M.Leight.) F.M.Leight.
Agapanthus caulescens sub. caulescens
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Agapanthus caulescens 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Agapanthus caulescens 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 caulescens
Agapanthus caulescens can be found in South Africa.
Agapanthus caulescens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Agapanthus caulescens?
Agapanthus caulescens
What is the common name of Agapanthus caulescens?
Caulescent Agapanthus
What is the natural habitat of Agapanthus caulescens?
Agapanthus caulescens is native to southern Africa
Species in the Agapanthus genus
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,