Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
praecox
ID:
754757

Status:
valid

Authors:
Willd.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1809

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. : 353 (1809)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000754090

Common Names

  • Agapanthus praecox
  • Praecox Lily
  • Praecox Agapanthus

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Description

Agapanthus praecox (also called Early 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 praecox 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 praecox sub. minimus (Lindl.) F.M.Leight.
Agapanthus praecox sub. orientalis (F.M.Leight.) F.M.Leight.
Agapanthus praecox sub. praecox

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Agapanthus praecox is a large, bell-shaped flower, with a white or pale blue petal. The seed is a single, black seed, which is enclosed in a thin, papery covering. The seedlings are thin and long, with a single, white or pale blue leaf at the tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Agapanthus praecox 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 praecox

Agapanthus praecox can be found in South Africa.

Agapanthus praecox FAQ

What is the scientific name of Agapanthus praecox?

Agapanthus praecox

What type of plant is Agapanthus praecox?

Perennial

Where is Agapanthus praecox found?

South 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,

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