Status:
valid
Authors:
(Baker) Jessop
Source:
wcs
Year:
1970
Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot. 36: 253 (1970)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000686850
Common Names
- Silver Squill
- Wood Hyacinth
- Spotted Squill
Description
Ledebouria socialis (also called African Hyacinth, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Hyacinthaceae family, native to South Africa. It grows in grassland and rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Ledebouria socialis has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has also been used to treat digestive issues, such as indigestion and flatulence.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ledebouria socialis has small, white flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ledebouria socialis is a perennial herb that grows up to 15 cm tall. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by division of the clumps in spring or early summer. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until they become established.
Where to Find Ledebouria socialis
Ledebouria socialis can be found in the mountainous regions of the Middle East and Central Asia.
Ledebouria socialis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ledebouria socialis?
Ledebouria socialis
What is the common name of Ledebouria socialis?
Social Squill
What is the natural habitat of Ledebouria socialis?
Grasslands of 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,