Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rufobracteata
ID:
1334395

Status:
valid

Authors:
Goldblatt & J.C.Manning

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 45: 132 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346849

Common Names

  • Aristea Rufobracteata
  • Rufobracteata Aristea
  • Rufobracteata's Aristea

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Description

Aristea rufobracteata (also called 'Rufobracteata Aristea', among many other common names) is a species of bulb found in the Mediterranean region. It has thin, green leaves and small, blue flowers. It is found in dry, grassy meadows and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Aristea rufobracteata is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aristea rufobracteata has bright blue, star-shaped flowers with white centers. The flowers are held on tall stems and bloom in the summer. The seeds are small and black and held in a capsule. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aristea rufobracteata is a tropical plant that is best grown in a warm, humid environment. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or cuttings. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Division can be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Aristea rufobracteata

Aristea rufobracteata is native to Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, and Cambodia.

Aristea rufobracteata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aristea rufobracteata?

Aristea rufobracteata

What is the common name of Aristea rufobracteata?

Rufobracteata Aristea

What is the natural habitat of Aristea rufobracteata?

Tropical forests of South Africa

Species in the Aristea genus

Aristea abyssinica, Aristea africana, Aristea alata, Aristea anceps, Aristea angolensis, Aristea angustifolia, Aristea bakeri, Aristea bequaertii, Aristea biflora, Aristea cantharophila, Aristea capitata, Aristea cladocarpa, Aristea compressa, Aristea cuspidata, Aristea dichotoma, Aristea djalonis, Aristea ecklonii, Aristea fimbriata, Aristea flexicaulis, Aristea galpinii, Aristea glauca, Aristea goetzei, Aristea grandis, Aristea humbertii, Aristea inaequalis, Aristea juncifolia, Aristea kitchingii, Aristea latifolia, Aristea lugens, Aristea madagascariensis, Aristea montana, Aristea monticola, Aristea nyikensis, Aristea oligocephala, Aristea palustris, Aristea parviflora, Aristea pauciflora, Aristea platycaulis, Aristea polycephala, Aristea pusilla, Aristea racemosa, Aristea ranomafana, Aristea recisa, Aristea rigidifolia, Aristea rupicola, Aristea schizolaena, Aristea simplex, Aristea singularis, Aristea spiralis, Aristea teretifolia,

Species in the Iridaceae family

Alophia drummondii, Alophia intermedia, Alophia medusa, Alophia silvestris, Alophia veracruzana, Aristea abyssinica, Aristea africana, Aristea alata, Aristea anceps, Aristea angolensis, Aristea angustifolia, Aristea bakeri, Aristea bequaertii, Aristea biflora, Aristea cantharophila, Aristea capitata, Aristea cladocarpa, Aristea compressa, Aristea cuspidata, Aristea dichotoma, Aristea djalonis, Aristea ecklonii, Aristea fimbriata, Aristea flexicaulis, Aristea galpinii, Aristea glauca, Aristea goetzei, Aristea grandis, Aristea humbertii, Aristea inaequalis, Aristea juncifolia, Aristea kitchingii, Aristea latifolia, Aristea lugens, Aristea madagascariensis, Aristea montana, Aristea monticola, Aristea nyikensis, Aristea oligocephala, Aristea palustris, Aristea parviflora, Aristea pauciflora, Aristea platycaulis, Aristea polycephala, Aristea pusilla, Aristea racemosa, Aristea ranomafana, Aristea recisa, Aristea rigidifolia, Aristea rupicola,

References

Peter Goldblatt (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Goldblatt' in the authors string.
John C. Manning (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.C.Manning' in the authors string.