Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
dolomiticola
ID:
688523

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Venter

Source:
wcs

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 28: 16 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000687856

Common Names

  • Ledebouria Dolomiticola
  • Dolomiticola Ledebouria
  • Dolomiticola Squill

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Description

Ledebouria dolomiticola 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 dolomiticola 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

Ledebouria dolomiticola has small white flowers that bloom in the spring. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and spindly.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ledebouria dolomiticola 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 dolomiticola

Ledebouria dolomiticola is native to South Africa.

Ledebouria dolomiticola FAQ

What type of soil does Ledebouria dolomiticola prefer?

Ledebouria dolomiticola prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil with a pH of 6.0 to 6.5.

What is the ideal temperature range for Ledebouria dolomiticola?

Ledebouria dolomiticola prefers temperatures between 65 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit.

How much sunlight does Ledebouria dolomiticola need?

Ledebouria dolomiticola needs bright, indirect light to thrive.

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-280998: Based on the initial data import
Fanie Venter (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Venter' in the authors string.