Status:
valid
Authors:
Baker
Source:
wcs
Year:
1903
Citation Micro:
Rec. Albany Mus. 1: 89 (1903)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000755104
Common Names
- Albuca bifolia
- Bifolia Albuca
- Two-Leaf Albuca
Description
Albuca bifolia (also called Two-Leaved Albuca, among many other common names) is a small bulbous plant with white flowers native to South Africa. It is typically found in open woodlands, heaths and dry sclerophyll forests.
Uses & Benefits
Albuca bifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in containers. It is also used to attract bees and butterflies.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Albuca bifolia is a small yellowish-white flower with six petals. The seed is a small, black, shiny, and round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Albuca bifolia is a fast-growing, evergreen perennial that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F).
Where to Find Albuca bifolia
Albuca bifolia is native to South Africa and can be found in the provinces of KwaZulu-Natal, Eastern Cape, and Western Cape.
Albuca bifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Albuca bifolia?
Albuca bifolia
What is the common name of Albuca bifolia?
Two-leaved Albuca
What is the natural habitat of Albuca bifolia?
Grassy woodlands
Species in the Albuca genus
Albuca abyssinica,
Albuca acuminata,
Albuca adlami,
Albuca amboensis,
Albuca aurea,
Albuca batteniana,
Albuca bifolia,
Albuca bifoliata,
Albuca bruce-bayeri,
Albuca buchananii,
Albuca canadensis,
Albuca caudata,
Albuca chlorantha,
Albuca ciliaris,
Albuca clanwilliamae-gloria,
Albuca collina,
Albuca concordiana,
Albuca cooperi,
Albuca corymbosa,
Albuca cremnophila,
Albuca crinifolia,
Albuca crudenii,
Albuca dalyae,
Albuca decipiens,
Albuca dinteri,
Albuca donaldsonii,
Albuca echinosperma,
Albuca engleriana,
Albuca etesiogaripensis,
Albuca fastigiata,
Albuca fibrotunicata,
Albuca flaccida,
Albuca foetida,
Albuca fragrans,
Albuca gageoides,
Albuca galeata,
Albuca gentilii,
Albuca glandulosa,
Albuca glauca,
Albuca goswinii,
Albuca hallii,
Albuca hereroensis,
Albuca hesquaspoortensis,
Albuca homblei,
Albuca humilis,
Albuca juncifolia,
Albuca karasbergensis,
Albuca karooica,
Albuca katangensis,
Albuca kirkii,
Species in the Asparagaceae family
Acanthocarpus canaliculatus,
Acanthocarpus humilis,
Acanthocarpus parviflorus,
Acanthocarpus preissii,
Acanthocarpus robustus,
Acanthocarpus rupestris,
Acanthocarpus verticillatus,
Agave acicularis,
Agave acklinicola,
Agave ajoensis,
Agave aktites,
Agave albescens,
Agave albomarginata,
Agave americana,
Agave angustiarum,
Agave angustifolia,
Agave anomala,
Agave antillarum,
Agave apedicellata,
Agave applanata,
Agave arizonica,
Agave arubensis,
Agave asperrima,
Agave atrovirens,
Agave attenuata,
Agave aurea,
Agave avellanidens,
Agave bahamana,
Agave bicolor,
Agave boldinghiana,
Agave bovicornuta,
Agave braceana,
Agave bracteosa,
Agave brevipetala,
Agave brevispina,
Agave brittoniana,
Agave brunnea,
Agave bulliana,
Agave cacozela,
Agave cajalbanensis,
Agave calodonta,
Agave capensis,
Agave caribaeicola,
Agave cerulata,
Agave chamelensis,
Agave chiapensis,
Agave chrysantha,
Agave chrysoglossa,
Agave cocui,
Agave collina,