Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
linioseta
ID:
836027

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hankey & Lebatha

Source:
wcs

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 38: 72 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000835362

Common Names

  • Drimiopsis linioseta
  • Linioseta Drimiopsis
  • Linioseta's Drimiopsis

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Description

Drimiopsis linioseta (also called Drimiopsis, among many other common names) is a succulent native to South Africa. It has thick, spiny leaves and produces yellow flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical climates in dry, sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Drimiopsis linioseta is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and landscapes for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant in traditional Chinese medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Drimiopsis linioseta has small, white, star-shaped flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Drimiopsis linioseta is a species of flowering plant native to South Africa. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or division of the clumps.

Where to Find Drimiopsis linioseta

Drimiopsis linioseta is found in South Africa

Drimiopsis linioseta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Drimiopsis linioseta?

Drimiopsis linioseta

What is the natural habitat of Drimiopsis linioseta?

Tropical rainforests of Africa

What is the flowering season of Drimiopsis linioseta?

April to June

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-372592: Based on the initial data import
Andrew John Hankey (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hankey' in the authors string.
P.D. Lebatha: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lebatha' in the authors string.