Brunsvigia undulata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
undulata
ID:
762920
Status:
valid
Authors:
F.M.Leight.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1934
Citation Micro:
Fl. Pl. South Africa 14: t. 552 (1934)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000762253
Common Names
- Undulata Brunsvigia
- Undulata Lily
- Undulata Star-of-Bethlehem
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Brunsvigia undulata (also called Wavy-leaved Cowslip, among many other common names) is a bulbous perennial plant native to South Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single flower stem with a cluster of pink flowers. It is found in rocky areas, scrubland, and grassland.
Uses & Benefits
Brunsvigia undulata is used for ornamental purposes, as it is a flowering plant with showy pink flowers. It is also used as a food source for some animals.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Brunsvigia undulata has large, bright red flowers with six petals and six sepals. The seed is a small, black, round capsule containing a single seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, narrow, grass-like leaf.
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Brunsvigia undulata can be propagated by seed or division. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in spring or autumn in a well-drained, humus-rich potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light. The seeds should germinate within two to three weeks. When propagating by division, divide the clumps in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Brunsvigia undulata
Brunsvigia undulata can be found in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa.
Brunsvigia undulata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brunsvigia undulata?
Brunsvigia undulata
What is the common name of Brunsvigia undulata?
Undulate Brunsvigia
What is the natural habitat of Brunsvigia undulata?
It is native to South Africa and Namibia, where it grows in dry, rocky areas.
Species in the Brunsvigia genus
Brunsvigia bosmaniae, Brunsvigia comptonii, Brunsvigia elandsmontana, Brunsvigia grandiflora, Brunsvigia gregaria, Brunsvigia herrei, Brunsvigia josephinae, Brunsvigia kirkii, Brunsvigia litoralis, Brunsvigia marginata, Brunsvigia namaquana, Brunsvigia natalensis, Brunsvigia orientalis, Brunsvigia pulchra, Brunsvigia radula, Brunsvigia radulosa, Brunsvigia undulata, Brunsvigia gariepensis, Brunsvigia nervosa,
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-301222: Based on the initial data import
Frances Margaret Leighton (1909-2006): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.M.Leight.' in the authors string.