Description: ~Leopard Lily~the Silver Squill Ledebouria socialis Ledebouria socialis, the silver squill, wood hyacinth, or leopard lily, is a geophytic species of bulbous perennial plant native to the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa. It was first described by John Gilbert Baker as Scilla socialis in 1870. WikipediaScientific name: Ledebouria socialisFamily: AsparagaceaeGenus: LedebouriaKingdom: PlantaeOrder: AsparagalesUSDA hardiness zone 10a to 11b: from 30 °F (−1.1 °C) to 50 °F (+10 °C).This is for a 2” silver squill,, also known as ledebouria socialis or leopard lily plant DescriptionLedebouria socialis is an attractive low-growing plant with teardrop-shaped bulbs, usually entirely above the ground, and lance-shaped, somewhat spreading leaves. It is one of the most widely cultivated bulbs favored by succulent growers. The bulbs are up to 0.8 inches (2 cm) long and usually produce colonies vegetative. The leaves are somewhat fleshy, reaching up to 4 inches (10 cm) in length and 0.6 inches (1.5 cm) in width. They are often deep pink or violet below and silvery, adorned with green to brown blotches on the upper surface.From late winter to spring, 10 to 30 small bell-shaped flowers rise on delicate pink, more or less erect stalks just above the foliage. The flowers have greenish petals with white markings and a flush of pink and purple stamens bearing small, pale yellow anthers. EtymologyThe specific epithet "socialis (so-KEE-ah-liss)" means "of or pertaining to allies or confederates; allied, confederate" and refers to the habit of the species to grow in groups or colonies. ~Leopard Lily~ ATTENTION USA BIDDERS! We ship via USPS Mondays-Wednesday with Delivery confirmation. All live plants if shipped bare-root are wrapped in moist sphagnum moss to ensure the plant's healthy transit to you. All live plants are Inspected By USDA Plant Inspectors before they are shipped to insure you get healthy pest free plants and seeds.All plant materials are required by LAW to inspected and certified by USDA prior to export Hawaii to the US Mainland.After Inspection, USDA stamps released for export Hawaii to the US Mainland. All items are delivered to USDA Inspection Station at Honolulu International airport.USDA Certification charge is included in Shipping and Handling @ $5 fee per item/species.There is a packing and custom boxing fee.Last and usually least is USPS postage (shipping)ATTENTION INTERNATIONAL BIDDERS!All International shipments are at Buyer's Risk. Please spend no more more than you can lose!We can ship certified live plants to the US only. Only Domestic Shipping and Handling includes USDA Certification.We ship Seeds Internationally.Proper Permits and Documents are the BUYER's responsibility. 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Price: 19.96 USD
Location: Haleiwa, Hawaii
End Time: 2024-10-26T17:44:59.000Z
Shipping Cost: 0 USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Plant Type: Succulent
Climate: Sub-tropical, Temperate, Tropical, Dry
Common Name: Variegated Leopard Lily
Color: Green, Multicolor, Purple, Yellow
Indoor/Outdoor: Indoor & Outdoor
Growth Habit: Clumping
Soil Type: Chalk, Clay, Loam, Peat, Sand, Silt
Aspect: East-facing
Brand: Polynesian Produce stand
Plant Form: Plant Plug/Seedling
Type: Cacti & Succulents, Houseplants
Watering: Medium
Growth Stage: Vegetative
Genus: Ledebouria
Growth Rate: Medium
Number in Pack: 1
Sunlight: Full Sun, Medium Sun, Partial Shade
Foliage: Evergreen
Model: Leopard Lily
Features: Draught Resistant
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Room: Any Room