Cyrtanthus taitii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
taitii
ID:
1408462
Status:
valid
Authors:
G.D.Duncan
Source:
BODATSA (SANBI)
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Amaryllidaceae S. Africa : 306 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001420926
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cyrtanthus taitii (also called Tait's Cyrtanthus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a creeping habit and grows to a height of about 10 cm. It is found in grassland and rocky areas, and is often found in the Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal.
Uses & Benefits
Cyrtanthus taitii is a popular ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used in traditional African medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cyrtanthus taitii has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves that are green in color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cyrtanthus taitii is a perennial herb that is native to South Africa. It is best grown in well-drained, sandy soils in full sun. Propagate by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a sandy soil mix.
Where to Find Cyrtanthus taitii
Cyrtanthus taitii can be found in the Eastern Cape, South Africa
Cyrtanthus taitii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cyrtanthus taitii?
Cyrtanthus taitii
What is the common name of Cyrtanthus taitii?
Tait's Cyrtanthus
What is the natural habitat of Cyrtanthus taitii?
Grassy slopes, rocky outcrops, and disturbed areas
Species in the Cyrtanthus genus
Cyrtanthus leptosiphon, Cyrtanthus wellandii, Cyrtanthus angustifolius, Cyrtanthus attenuatus, Cyrtanthus bicolor, Cyrtanthus brachyscyphus, Cyrtanthus brachysiphon, Cyrtanthus breviflorus, Cyrtanthus carneus, Cyrtanthus clavatus, Cyrtanthus collinus, Cyrtanthus contractus, Cyrtanthus debilis, Cyrtanthus elatus, Cyrtanthus epiphyticus, Cyrtanthus erubescens, Cyrtanthus eucallus, Cyrtanthus falcatus, Cyrtanthus fergusoniae, Cyrtanthus flammosus, Cyrtanthus flanaganii, Cyrtanthus flavus, Cyrtanthus galpinii, Cyrtanthus guthrieae, Cyrtanthus helictus, Cyrtanthus herrei, Cyrtanthus huttonii, Cyrtanthus inaequalis, Cyrtanthus junodii, Cyrtanthus labiatus, Cyrtanthus leucanthus, Cyrtanthus loddigesianus, Cyrtanthus mackenii, Cyrtanthus macowanii, Cyrtanthus montanus, Cyrtanthus nutans, Cyrtanthus obliquus, Cyrtanthus obrienii, Cyrtanthus ochroleucus, Cyrtanthus odorus, Cyrtanthus rhodesianus, Cyrtanthus rhododactylus, Cyrtanthus rotundilobus, Cyrtanthus sanguinea, Cyrtanthus smithiae, Cyrtanthus spiralis, Cyrtanthus staadensis, Cyrtanthus stenanthus, Cyrtanthus striatus, Cyrtanthus suaveolens,
Species in the Amaryllidaceae family
Acis autumnalis, Acis longifolia, Acis rosea, Acis trichophylla, Acis fabrei, Acis nicaeensis, Acis tingitana, Acis trichophylla, Acis valentina, Acis ionica, Agapanthus africanus, Agapanthus campanulatus, Agapanthus caulescens, Agapanthus coddii, Agapanthus inapertus, Agapanthus praecox, Agapanthus walshii, Allium aaseae, Allium abramsii, Allium acidoides, Allium aciphyllum, Allium acuminatum, Allium acutiflorum, Allium aegilicum, Allium affine, Allium afghanicum, Allium aflatunense, Allium agrigentinum, Allium akaka, Allium alabasicum, Allium alaicum, Allium albiflorum, Allium albotunicatum, Allium albovianum, Allium alexandrae, Allium alexeianum, Allium alibile, Allium alpinarii, Allium altaicum, Allium altissimum, Allium altyncolicum, Allium amethystinum, Allium ampeloprasum, Allium amphibolum, Allium amplectens, Allium anacoleum, Allium anatolicum, Allium anceps, Allium angulosum, Allium anisopodium,
References
Graham Duncan (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.D.Duncan' in the authors string.