Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
maesta
ID:
688789

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baker) Speta

Source:
wcs

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Phyton (Horn) 38: 106 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000688122

Common Names

  • Ledebouria maesta
  • Maesta Squill
  • Maesta Ledebouria

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Synonyms

  • Scilla maesta Baker [unknown]

Description

Ledebouria maesta (also called the Maesta Ledebouria, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Hyacinthaceae. It is native to South Africa. It grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ledebouria maesta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a ground cover, and as a container plant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, stomach ailments, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ledebouria maesta is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is small and round, with a thin, papery seed coat. The seedlings are thin and spindly, with small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ledebouria maesta is an evergreen perennial that can reach up to 12 inches in height. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division of the clumps, but can also be done by seed. The seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Ledebouria maesta

Ledebouria maesta can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, Southeast Asia, and the Pacific Islands.

Ledebouria maesta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ledebouria maesta?

Ledebouria maesta

What is the common name of Ledebouria maesta?

African Hyacinth

What is the natural habitat of Ledebouria maesta?

Ledebouria maesta 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-281022: Based on the initial data import
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Franz Speta (1941-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Speta' in the authors string.