Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
omnifertilis
ID:
688896

Status:
valid

Authors:
Keighery

Source:
wcs

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Fl. Australia 45: 491 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000688229

Common Names

  • Laxmannia omnifertilis
  • Omnifertilis Laxmannia
  • Omnifertilis Squill

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Description

Laxmannia omnifertilis (also called Laxmannia omnifertilis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to India. It grows up to 40 centimeters tall and has a stem diameter of up to 2 centimeters. The leaves are linear to lanceolate, and measure up to 8 centimeters in length. It is found in dry grassland, scrubland, and rocky outcrops.

Uses & Benefits

Laxmannia omnifertilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Laxmannia omnifertilis has small, white flowers that are clustered together. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two or three leaves that are oval-shaped.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Laxmannia omnifertilis is a bulbous perennial plant native to India and Sri Lanka. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by division of the bulbs or by seed. Plant the bulbs in the fall, 4-6 inches deep and 6-8 inches apart.

Where to Find Laxmannia omnifertilis

Laxmannia omnifertilis is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Laxmannia omnifertilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Laxmannia omnifertilis?

Laxmannia omnifertilis

What is the common name of Laxmannia omnifertilis?

Omnifertile Laxmannia

What is the natural habitat of Laxmannia omnifertilis?

Tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia

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,

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