Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
transvaalensis
ID:
699315

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.Bolus

Source:
wcs

Year:
1938

Citation Micro:
Fl. Pl. South Africa 18: t. 683 (1938)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000698648

Common Names

  • Nerine Transvaalensis
  • Transvaal Nerine
  • Transvaal Guernsey Lily

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Description

Nerine transvaalensis (also called Transvaal Lily, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Amaryllidaceae family. It is native to South Africa and is found in grasslands and rocky hillsides. It has long, narrow leaves and produces white, star-shaped flowers in the summer.

Uses & Benefits

Nerine transvaalensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, abdominal pain, and dysentery. It is also used to treat liver and gallbladder disorders, as well as to reduce inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Nerine transvaalensis has white flowers with yellow throats. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a white root system.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nerine transvaalensis is a hardy perennial that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is best propagated by division in spring or early summer. The plant can also be grown from seed, but it takes several years for the seedlings to reach flowering size.

Where to Find Nerine transvaalensis

Nerine transvaalensis can be found in South Africa.

Nerine transvaalensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nerine transvaalensis?

Nerine transvaalensis

What is the common name of Nerine transvaalensis?

Transvaal Nerine

What is the natural habitat of Nerine transvaalensis?

Grassy slopes, meadows, and woodlands

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-282154: Based on the initial data import
Louisa Bolus (1877-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Bolus' in the authors string.