Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cupuliflorum
ID:
789957

Status:
valid

Authors:
Klatt

Source:
iplants

Year:

Citation Micro:
in Decken, Reise Ost. Afr. iii. 73, t. 3.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000789290

Common Names

  • Cup-Flower Wandflower
  • Cup-Flower Harebell
  • Cup-Flower Angel's Fishing Rod

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Description

Dierama cupuliflorum (also called Cup-flowered 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 cupuliflorum 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Dierama cupuliflorum sub. cupuliflorum
Dierama cupuliflorum sub. caudatum Marais

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dierama cupuliflorum 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 cupuliflorum 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 cupuliflorum

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

Dierama cupuliflorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dierama cupuliflorum?

Dierama cupuliflorum

Where is Dierama cupuliflorum found?

Dierama cupuliflorum is found in South Africa.

What is the growth habit of Dierama cupuliflorum?

Dierama cupuliflorum 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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