Status:
valid
Authors:
Goldblatt
Source:
iplants
Year:
1972
Citation Micro:
Contr. Bolus Herb. 4: 38 (1972)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000784565
Common Names
- Lapeirousia verecunda
- Verecund Lapeirousia
- Verecund Iris
Description
Lapeirousia verecunda (also called Verecunda 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 verecunda is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant in parks and gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lapeirousia verecunda 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 verecunda 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 verecunda
Lapeirousia verecunda is native to South Africa.
Lapeirousia verecunda FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lapeirousia verecunda?
Lapeirousia verecunda
What is the common name of Lapeirousia verecunda?
Verecunda Lapeirousia
What is the natural habitat of Lapeirousia verecunda?
Grasslands of 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,