Ledebouria Petiolata variegated, commonly known as the Variegated African Hosta or Variegated Violet Squill, is a striking bulbous plant native to South Africa. The leaves are elongated, lance-shaped, and display a unique pattern of green with creamy-white or yellow streaks and spots, giving the plant a distinctive and ornamental appearance. This plant produces small, bell-shaped flowers on slender stalks, typically blooming in the spring. Ledebouria Petiolata variegated thrives in well-draining soil and bright, indirect light. It is often grown as a houseplant or in rock gardens, adding visual interest with its unusual leaf pattern.
LIGHT | Full sun to bright shade
COLD TOLERANCE | 15 ºC
WATER | Water generously when soil is dry.
SOIL PH | Mildly acidic to alkaline
SOIL TYPE | Potting mix
FERTILIZER | Fish emulsion, kelp solution, worm casting, shrimp compost.
PROPAGATION METHODS | Offsets or bulbs cuttings
HUMIDITY LEVEL | Low
ACTIVE SEASON | All season
NOTE
INSTRUCTIONS FOR ROOTING CUTTINGS
Insert the cutting into the soil 0.5 to 1 inch deep. Water the plant sparingly when the soil is dry. Roots should form within two weeks. Keep the plant in bright shade during the rooting period. To avoid leaf burn, gradually acclimate the plant to outdoor conditions or full sun.