Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leichtlinii
ID:
790203

Status:
valid

Authors:
Klatt

Source:
iplants

Year:
1874

Citation Micro:
Gartenflora 1874: 289 (1874)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000789536

Common Names

  • Freesia
  • Leichtlinii
  • Leichtlinii Freesia

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Description

Freesia leichtlinii (also called Leichtlin's Freesia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Iridaceae family. It is a bulbous perennial, growing up to 40 cm tall. It is native to South Africa, and is found in grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Freesia leichtlinii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower in floral arrangements.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Freesia leichtlinii sub. alba (G.L.Mey.) J.C.Manning & Goldblatt

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Freesia leichtlinii has yellow, fragrant flowers with white and yellow stripes. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Freesia leichtlinii is a bulbous perennial plant that is native to South Africa. It is best grown in well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by division of the bulbs in spring or autumn. The bulbs can also be propagated from seed, which should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in autumn.

Where to Find Freesia leichtlinii

Freesia leichtlinii can be found in South Africa.

Freesia leichtlinii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Freesia leichtlinii?

Freesia leichtlinii

What is the common name of Freesia leichtlinii?

Leichtlinii Freesia

What is the natural habitat of Freesia leichtlinii?

Dry grasslands and rocky slopes

Species in the Iridaceae family

Alophia drummondii, Alophia intermedia, Alophia medusa, Alophia silvestris, Alophia veracruzana, Aristea abyssinica, Aristea africana, Aristea alata, Aristea anceps, Aristea angolensis, Aristea angustifolia, Aristea bakeri, Aristea bequaertii, Aristea biflora, Aristea cantharophila, Aristea capitata, Aristea cladocarpa, Aristea compressa, Aristea cuspidata, Aristea dichotoma, Aristea djalonis, Aristea ecklonii, Aristea fimbriata, Aristea flexicaulis, Aristea galpinii, Aristea glauca, Aristea goetzei, Aristea grandis, Aristea humbertii, Aristea inaequalis, Aristea juncifolia, Aristea kitchingii, Aristea latifolia, Aristea lugens, Aristea madagascariensis, Aristea montana, Aristea monticola, Aristea nyikensis, Aristea oligocephala, Aristea palustris, Aristea parviflora, Aristea pauciflora, Aristea platycaulis, Aristea polycephala, Aristea pusilla, Aristea racemosa, Aristea ranomafana, Aristea recisa, Aristea rigidifolia, Aristea rupicola,

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