Ledebouria atrobrunnea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
atrobrunnea
ID:
688558
Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Venter
Source:
wcs
Year:
1998
Citation Micro:
Bothalia 28: 15 (1998)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000687891
Common Names
- Ledebouria Atrobrunnea
- Atrobrunnea Ledebouria
- Atrobrunnea Squill
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ledebouria atrobrunnea is a species of flowering plant in the Hyacinthaceae family. It is native to South Africa and is found in rocky places and on cliffs. It has an erect, slender stem and is usually up to 25 cm tall. The leaves are linear and up to 10 cm long. The flowers are borne in a raceme and are pink or white in color.
Uses & Benefits
Ledebouria atrobrunnea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. The leaves can be used as fodder for livestock and the flowers are edible. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ledebouria atrobrunnea is a small, yellow-green flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are thin, green, and have a single leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ledebouria atrobrunnea is a small perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm in height. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry, rocky areas. The leaves are linear and have a pointed tip. The flowers are white and bell-shaped. Propagation is by seed or division. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Where to Find Ledebouria atrobrunnea
Ledebouria atrobrunnea is native to South Africa.
Ledebouria atrobrunnea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ledebouria atrobrunnea?
Ledebouria atrobrunnea
What type of plant is Ledebouria atrobrunnea?
Ledebouria atrobrunnea is a species of flowering plant in the family Hyacinthaceae.
Where is Ledebouria atrobrunnea native to?
Ledebouria atrobrunnea is native to South Africa.
Species in the Ledebouria genus
Ledebouria sandersonii, Ledebouria galpinii, Ledebouria ensifolia, Ledebouria floribunda, Ledebouria cooperi, Ledebouria concolor, Ledebouria inquinata, Ledebouria luteola, Ledebouria apertiflora, Ledebouria viscosa, Ledebouria hypoxidioides, Ledebouria undulata, Ledebouria socialis, Ledebouria scabrida, Ledebouria revoluta, Ledebouria ovatifolia, Ledebouria ovalifolia, Ledebouria marginata, Ledebouria parvifolia, Ledebouria crispa, Ledebouria macowanii, Ledebouria urceolata, Ledebouria dolomiticola, Ledebouria atrobrunnea, Ledebouria grandifolia, Ledebouria zambesiaca, Ledebouria maesta, Ledebouria camerooniana, Ledebouria somaliensis, Ledebouria lilacina, Ledebouria cordifolia, Ledebouria edulis, Ledebouria kirkii, Ledebouria nossibeensis, Ledebouria insularis, Ledebouria cremnophila, Ledebouria sudanica, Ledebouria venteri, Ledebouria mokobulanensis, Ledebouria asperifolia, Ledebouria confusa, Ledebouria coriacea, Ledebouria glauca, Ledebouria lepida, Ledebouria leptophylla, Ledebouria minima, Ledebouria monophylla, Ledebouria papillata, Ledebouria pardalota, Ledebouria pustulata,
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-281001: Based on the initial data import
Fanie Venter (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Venter' in the authors string.