Status:
valid
Authors:
Schltr.
Source:
iplants
Year:
1899
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 27: 105 (1899)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000784569
Common Names
- Lapeirousia arenicola
- Sand Lapeirousia
- Sand Iris
Description
Lapeirousia arenicola (also called Sand Lapeirousia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm in height. It is native to South Africa and is found in grasslands and rocky outcrops. It has linear leaves that are 2-4 cm long and 0.5-1 cm wide.
Uses & Benefits
Lapeirousia arenicola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant in parks and gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lapeirousia arenicola has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings have a single stem with long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lapeirousia arenicola is a bulbous perennial native to South Africa. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or by division. Seeds should be planted in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall.
Where to Find Lapeirousia arenicola
Lapeirousia arenicola is native to South Africa.
Lapeirousia arenicola FAQ
What is the common name of Lapeirousia arenicola?
Sand Lapeirousia
What is the scientific name of Sand Lapeirousia?
Lapeirousia arenicola
What is the family of Lapeirousia arenicola?
Iridaceae
Species in the Lapeirousia genus
Lapeirousia oreogena,
Lapeirousia anceps,
Lapeirousia violacea,
Lapeirousia verecunda,
Lapeirousia pyramidalis,
Lapeirousia arenicola,
Lapeirousia exilis,
Lapeirousia dolomitica,
Lapeirousia divaricata,
Lapeirousia barklyi,
Lapeirousia tenuis,
Lapeirousia spinosa,
Lapeirousia simulans,
Lapeirousia silenoides,
Lapeirousia plicata,
Lapeirousia odoratissima,
Lapeirousia fabricii,
Lapeirousia montana,
Lapeirousia jacquinii,
Lapeirousia macrospatha,
Lapeirousia littoralis,
Lapeirousia kamiesmontana,
Lapeirousia kalahariensis,
Lapeirousia purpurea,
Lapeirousia purpurascens,
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,