Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
crispa
ID:
917581

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.C.Manning & Goldblatt

Source:
wcs

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 39: 154 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000916916

Common Names

  • Albuca Crispa
  • Crispa Albuca
  • Crisp Albuca

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Description

Albuca crispa (also called the Curly Albuca, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asparagaceae family. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry grasslands and rocky slopes. It is a bulbous perennial with linear leaves and umbels of white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Albuca crispa is a popular ornamental grass that is used in gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a cover crop and for erosion control. The plant is known for its attractive foliage and its ability to tolerate cold temperatures.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Albuca crispa is a white spathe with a yellow spadix. The seed is a small, black, glossy, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Albuca crispa is a tropical evergreen bulb that prefers full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a warm, humid environment and kept moist until germination. Bulbs can be divided and replanted in a well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Albuca crispa

Albuca crispa is native to South Africa. It can be found growing in the wild in its native habitat.

Albuca crispa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Albuca crispa?

Albuca crispa

What is the common name of Albuca crispa?

Crisp Albuca

What is the natural habitat of Albuca crispa?

Rocky slopes and grasslands

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-462228: Based on the initial data import
Peter Goldblatt (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Goldblatt' in the authors string.
John C. Manning (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.C.Manning' in the authors string.