Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
comptonii
ID:
766882

Status:
valid

Authors:
U.Müll.-Doblies & D.Müll.-Doblies

Source:
wcs

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert. 108: 64 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000766215

Common Names

  • Compton's Drimiopsis
  • Compton's Squill
  • Compton's Spider Lily

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Description

Drimiopsis comptonii (also called 'Compton's Drimiopsis', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asparagaceae. It is native to South Africa and is found in grassland and rocky areas. It is characterized by its thick, fleshy leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Drimiopsis comptonii is a popular ornamental plant, grown for its attractive foliage and bright blue flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and stomachaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Drimiopsis comptonii has white flowers with yellowish-green lips. Its seeds are round and black and its seedlings are small with two to four leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Drimiopsis comptonii is a hardy, evergreen perennial that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained, sandy soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plants should be divided into clumps of 3-4 plants and planted in a sunny position in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Drimiopsis comptonii

Drimiopsis comptonii can be found in the Mediterranean region, in the Canary Islands, and in North Africa.

Drimiopsis comptonii FAQ

What are the common names of Drimiopsis comptonii?

African Squill, White Squill

What are the growing requirements of Drimiopsis comptonii?

Drimiopsis comptonii prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

What are the uses of Drimiopsis comptonii?

Drimiopsis comptonii is used as an ornamental plant and is also used medicinally.

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-305079: Based on the initial data import
Dietrich Müller-Doblies (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Müll.-Doblies' in the authors string.
Ute Müller-Doblies (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'U.Müll.-Doblies' in the authors string.