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Lachenalia ensifolia (Lachenalia ensifolia)

Lachenalia ensifolia is a bulbous perennial from South Africa, known for its striking tubular flowers.

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Sunlight

Bright, indirect light is ideal.

Watering

Water when soil is dry during growth, keep dry during dormancy.

Soil

Requires a well-draining potting mix, such as a cactus or succulent blend, with added grit or perlite to ensure excellent drainage.

Temperature

Prefers cool to moderate temperatures during growth.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed during the growing season with diluted liquid fertilizer.

Care Requirements

Light

Bright, indirect light is ideal.

Some morning sun is tolerated.

Water

Water when soil is dry during growth, keep dry during dormancy.

Reduce watering significantly in summer.

Soil

Requires a well-draining potting mix, such as a cactus or succulent blend, with added grit or perlite to ensure excellent drainage.

Temperature

Prefers cool to moderate temperatures during growth.

Protect from frost.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed during the growing season with diluted liquid fertilizer.

Cease feeding during dormancy.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Pot, Ground

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.15-0.3 m

Spread

0.1-0.2 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Summer

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Linear

Flower Size

2-3 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

75000

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Synonyms
Agapanthus ensifolius (Thunb.) Willd.
Massonia ensifolia (Thunb.) Ker Gawl.
Mauhlia ensifolia Thunb.
Polyxena ensifolia (Thunb.) Schönland
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classLiliopsida
  • orderAsparagales
  • familyAsparagaceae
  • genusLachenalia
  • speciesLachenalia ensifolia
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

No

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