Status:
valid
Authors:
Baker
Source:
wcs
Year:
1875
Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. , n.s., 3: 366 (1875)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000766119
Common Names
- Haworthioides Drimia
- Haworthioides Star Lily
- Haworthioides White Lily
Description
Drimia haworthioides (also called Haworthia-like Drimia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asparagaceae family. It is native to tropical Africa, and is commonly found in moist forest habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Drimia haworthioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower of Drimia haworthioides is white and star-shaped with 6 petals. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and long with a single cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Drimia haworthioides can be propagated from seed or by division. It should be grown in well-drained soil and kept in a warm, humid environment. It should be fertilized regularly and watered when the soil is dry. It is also important to protect it from direct sunlight.
Where to Find Drimia haworthioides
Drimia haworthioides is native to South Africa.
Drimia haworthioides FAQ
What is the common name of Drimia haworthioides?
Haworthioides Drimia
What type of soil is best for Drimia haworthioides?
Well-draining, loamy soil
How much light does Drimia haworthioides need?
Bright, indirect light
Species in the Drimia genus
Drimia albiflora,
Drimia altissima,
Drimia anomala,
Drimia arenicola,
Drimia brachystachys,
Drimia calcarata,
Drimia capensis,
Drimia ciliata,
Drimia congesta,
Drimia convallarioides,
Drimia cyanelloides,
Drimia delagoensis,
Drimia dregei,
Drimia elata,
Drimia exigua,
Drimia exuviata,
Drimia fasciata,
Drimia fragrans,
Drimia fugax,
Drimia glaucescens,
Drimia haworthioides,
Drimia hesperantha,
Drimia hockii,
Drimia hyacinthoides,
Drimia indica,
Drimia intricata,
Drimia involuta,
Drimia karooica,
Drimia kniphofioides,
Drimia laxiflora,
Drimia ledermannii,
Drimia macrantha,
Drimia macrocentra,
Drimia maritima,
Drimia multifolia,
Drimia multisetosa,
Drimia nagarjunae,
Drimia namibensis,
Drimia nana,
Drimia noctiflora,
Drimia ollivieri,
Drimia platyphylla,
Drimia polyantha,
Drimia porphyrantha,
Drimia razii,
Drimia rupicola,
Drimia salteri,
Drimia sanguinea,
Drimia sclerophylla,
Drimia secunda,
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,