Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
atrum
ID:
789955

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.E.Br.

Source:
iplants

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
J. Roy. Hort. Soc. 54: 198 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000789288

Common Names

  • Black Wandflower
  • Black Harebell
  • Black Angel's Fishing Rod

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Description

Dierama atrum (also called African Hairbells, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It is characterized by its long, slender, arching stems and its bell-shaped flowers. It typically grows in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Dierama atrum is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used in cut flower arrangements and as a dried flower. It has a long flowering period and is attractive to bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dierama atrum is a pink, bell-shaped flower with a long, thin stem. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and have a yellowish-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dierama atrum is a bulbous perennial that can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 8-10. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division of the bulbs.

Where to Find Dierama atrum

Dierama atrum is native to South Africa, where it is found in the Eastern Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, and the Free State.

Dierama atrum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dierama atrum?

Dierama atrum

Where is Dierama atrum found?

Dierama atrum is found in South Africa.

What is the growth habit of Dierama atrum?

Dierama atrum is an evergreen perennial with a clumping growth habit.

Species in the Dierama genus

Dierama adelphicum, Dierama ambiguum, Dierama argyreum, Dierama atrum, Dierama cooperi, Dierama cupuliflorum, Dierama densiflorum, Dierama dissimile, Dierama dracomontanum, Dierama dubium, Dierama elatum, Dierama erectum, Dierama floriferum, Dierama formosum, Dierama galpinii, Dierama gracile, Dierama grandiflorum, Dierama igneum, Dierama insigne, Dierama inyangense, Dierama jucundum, Dierama latifolium, Dierama longistylum, Dierama luteoalbidum, Dierama medium, Dierama mobile, Dierama mossii, Dierama nebrownii, Dierama nixonianum, Dierama pallidum, Dierama parviflorum, Dierama pauciflorum, Dierama pendulum, Dierama pictum, Dierama plowesii, Dierama pulcherrimum, Dierama pumilum, Dierama reynoldsii, Dierama robustum, Dierama sertum, Dierama trichorhizum, Dierama tyrium, Dierama tysonii, Dierama luteo-albidum,

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,

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