Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Commelinales
Genus:
Species:
pillansii
ID:
389319

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.F.Barker

Source:
wcs

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot. 6: 155 (1940)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000388651

Common Names

  • Pillans' Dilatris
  • Pillans' Dilatris
  • Pillansii Dilatris

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Description

Dilatris pillansii (also called Pillan's Dilatris, among many other common names) is a small perennial herb, native to South Africa. It has a woody rootstock and is found in grassland and bushveld habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Dilatris pillansii is a plant used as an ornamental in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cold, and cough.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dilatris pillansii has yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small, black and round in shape. The seedlings have two pairs of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dilatris pillansii is a perennial plant that is best propagated by seed. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Dilatris pillansii

Dilatris pillansii can be found in South Africa, particularly in the Western Cape province.

Dilatris pillansii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dilatris pillansii?

Dilatris pillansii

What is the common name of Dilatris pillansii?

Pillans' Broomrape

What is the habitat of Dilatris pillansii?

Grassy areas, meadows, and pastures

Species in the Haemodoraceae family

Anigozanthos bicolor, Anigozanthos flavidus, Anigozanthos gabrielae, Anigozanthos humilis, Anigozanthos kalbarriensis, Anigozanthos manglesii, Anigozanthos onycis, Anigozanthos preissii, Anigozanthos pulcherrimus, Anigozanthos rufus, Anigozanthos viridis, Barberetta aurea, Blancoa canescens, Conostylis aculeata, Conostylis albescens, Conostylis androstemma, Conostylis angustifolia, Conostylis argentea, Conostylis aurea, Conostylis bealiana, Conostylis bracteata, Conostylis breviscapa, Conostylis candicans, Conostylis canteriata, Conostylis caricina, Conostylis crassinerva, Conostylis deplexa, Conostylis dielsii, Conostylis drummondii, Conostylis festucacea, Conostylis hiemalis, Conostylis juncea, Conostylis latens, Conostylis laxiflora, Conostylis lepidospermoides, Conostylis micrantha, Conostylis misera, Conostylis neocymosa, Conostylis pauciflora, Conostylis petrophiloides, Conostylis phathyrantha, Conostylis prolifera, Conostylis pusilla, Conostylis resinosa, Conostylis robusta, Conostylis rogeri, Conostylis scorsiflora, Conostylis seminuda, Conostylis serrulata, Conostylis setigera,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-239700: Based on the initial data import
Winsome Fanny Barker (1907-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.F.Barker' in the authors string.