Lapeirousia odoratissima - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
odoratissima
ID:
785333
Status:
valid
Authors:
Baker
Source:
iplants
Year:
1878
Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London, Bot. 1: 273 (1878)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000784666
Common Names
- Lapeirousia odoratissima
- Fragrant Lapeirousia
- Fragrant Iris
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lapeirousia odoratissima (also called Fragrant-Leaved-Lapeirousia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has long, narrow leaves and small white flowers. It grows in moist, shady places such as in forests and along riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Lapeirousia odoratissima is a flowering plant native to South Africa. It is often grown as an ornamental plant for its attractive, fragrant flowers. The plant is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including headaches, fever, and stomach problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lapeirousia odoratissima is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a white, star-shaped flower with five petals.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lapeirousia odoratissima is an evergreen perennial that is native to South Africa. It is grown for its attractive foliage and its fragrant, white flowers. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by division or cuttings. Division should be done in early spring or late fall. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer.
Where to Find Lapeirousia odoratissima
Lapeirousia odoratissima is native to South Africa and can be found in the Western Cape Province.
Lapeirousia odoratissima FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lapeirousia odoratissima?
Lapeirousia odoratissima
What type of plant is Lapeirousia odoratissima?
It is a perennial herbaceous plant.
Where is Lapeirousia odoratissima native to?
It is native to South Africa.
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-323185: Based on the initial data import
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.