Alepidea inflexa - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
S.-L.Hutch. & Magee
Source:
BODATSA (SANBI)
Year:
2017
Citation Micro:
S. African J. Bot. 111: 4. 2017 [19 Mar 2017] [epublished]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001420880
Common Names
- Alepidea inflexa
- Inflexa Alepidea
- Inflexa Inflexed Alepidea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Alepidea inflexa (also called 'Flexible Alepidea' and 'Flexible Onion', among many other common names) is a bulbous perennial plant native to South Africa. It has linear leaves and produces a spike of white flowers with yellow centres. It grows in grassland and scrubland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Alepidea inflexa is an ornamental plant that is used to decorate gardens and landscapes. It has a long flowering period and is known for its bright yellow and white flowers. It is also known to attract butterflies and other beneficial insects.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Alepidea inflexa is yellow and bell-shaped with six petals. The seed is small and black and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Alepidea inflexa is a succulent that is native to South Africa. It is a slow-growing plant that can reach up to 12 inches (30 cm) in height. It prefers well-draining soil and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done by division or stem cuttings. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and allowed to dry for a few days before planting.
Where to Find Alepidea inflexa
Alepidea inflexa is native to South Africa and can be found in dry grasslands and scrublands.
Alepidea inflexa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Alepidea inflexa?
Alepidea inflexa
What is the family of Alepidea inflexa?
Apiaceae
What is the common name of Alepidea inflexa?
Inflexible Alepidea
Species in the Alepidea genus
Alepidea cordifolia, Alepidea acutidens, Alepidea amatymbica, Alepidea angustifolia, Alepidea attenuata, Alepidea calocephala, Alepidea capensis, Alepidea cirsiifolia, Alepidea comosa, Alepidea concinna, Alepidea delicatula, Alepidea duplidens, Alepidea galpinii, Alepidea insculpta, Alepidea jenkinsii, Alepidea longeciliata, Alepidea longifolia, Alepidea longipetiolata, Alepidea macowanii, Alepidea multisecta, Alepidea natalensis, Alepidea parva, Alepidea peduncularis, Alepidea pilifera, Alepidea pusilla, Alepidea rehmannii, Alepidea schlechteri, Alepidea serrata, Alepidea setifera, Alepidea stellata, Alepidea thodei, Alepidea woodii, Alepidea wyliei, Alepidea comosa, Alepidea macowani, Alepidea natalensis, Alepidea inflexa,
Species in the Apiaceae family
Aciphylla anomala, Aciphylla aurea, Aciphylla cartilaginea, Aciphylla colensoi, Aciphylla congesta, Aciphylla crenulata, Aciphylla crosby-smithii, Aciphylla cuthbertiana, Aciphylla dieffenbachii, Aciphylla dissecta, Aciphylla divisa, Aciphylla dobsonii, Aciphylla ferox, Aciphylla flexuosa, Aciphylla glacialis, Aciphylla glaucescens, Aciphylla gracilis, Aciphylla hectori, Aciphylla hookeri, Aciphylla horrida, Aciphylla indurata, Aciphylla inermis, Aciphylla kirkii, Aciphylla latibracteata, Aciphylla lecomtei, Aciphylla leighii, Aciphylla lyallii, Aciphylla monroi, Aciphylla montana, Aciphylla multisecta, Aciphylla pinnatifida, Aciphylla polita, Aciphylla poppelwellii, Aciphylla scott-thomsonii, Aciphylla similis, Aciphylla simplex, Aciphylla simplicifolia, Aciphylla spedeni, Aciphylla squarrosa, Aciphylla stannensis, Aciphylla subflabellata, Aciphylla takahea, Aciphylla traillii, Aciphylla traversii, Aciphylla trifoliolata, Aciphylla verticillata, Acronema alpinum, Acronema astrantiifolium, Acronema brevipedicellatum, Acronema bryophilum,
References
Anthony R. Magee: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Magee' in the authors string.
S.-L. Hutchinson: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.-L.Hutch.' in the authors string.