Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pachystyla
ID:
680155

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ravenna

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Onira 7: 1 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000679488

Common Names

  • Pachystyla Leucocoryne
  • Pachystyla Lily
  • Pachystyla Star

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Description

Leucocoryne pachystyla (also called Thick-styled Leucocoryne, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in sunny, dry habitats, and has a single stem with deeply lobed leaves and bright yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Leucocoryne pachystyla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Leucocoryne pachystyla are white or pinkish-white, with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and have a hard seed coat. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leucocoryne pachystyla is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. To propagate by division, dig up the plant and divide it into several sections, each with at least one root. Plant the divisions in the desired location and water them thoroughly. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. Keep the soil moist and the seeds should germinate in a few weeks.

Where to Find Leucocoryne pachystyla

Leucocoryne pachystyla can be found in the Mediterranean region, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Leucocoryne pachystyla FAQ

What are the common names of Leucocoryne pachystyla?

Large-styled Leucocoryne

What is the habitat of Leucocoryne pachystyla?

Dry grassland, woodland clearings, and rocky slopes

What is the flowering season of Leucocoryne pachystyla?

June to August

Species in the Leucocoryne genus

Leucocoryne leucogyna, Leucocoryne pachystyla, Leucocoryne conconensis, Leucocoryne quilimarina, Leucocoryne modesta, Leucocoryne mollensis, Leucocoryne coronata, Leucocoryne subulata, Leucocoryne editiana, Leucocoryne tricornis, Leucocoryne appendiculata, Leucocoryne angustipetala, Leucocoryne alliacea, Leucocoryne foetida, Leucocoryne odorata, Leucocoryne purpurea, Leucocoryne coquimbensis, Leucocoryne dimorphopetala, Leucocoryne narcissoides, Leucocoryne macropetala, Leucocoryne ixioides, Leucocoryne incrassata, Leucocoryne pauciflora, Leucocoryne reflexa, Leucocoryne gilliesioides, Leucocoryne simulans, Leucocoryne praealta, Leucocoryne vittata, Leucocoryne porphyrea, Leucocoryne fragrantissima, Leucocoryne fuscostriata, Leucocoryne valparadisea, Leucocoryne inclinata, Leucocoryne lilacea, Leucocoryne lurida, Leucocoryne angosturae, Leucocoryne arrayanensis, Leucocoryne codehuensis, Leucocoryne violacescens, Leucocoryne curacavina, Leucocoryne maulensis, Leucocoryne rungensis, Leucocoryne taguataguensis, Leucocoryne ungulifera, Leucocoryne candida, Leucocoryne talinensis, Leucocoryne lituecensis, Leucocoryne roblesiana, Leucocoryne conferta,

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-280074: Based on the initial data import
Pierfelice Ravenna (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ravenna' in the authors string.