Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pumilum
ID:
789998

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.E.Br.

Source:
iplants

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
J. Roy. Hort. Soc. 54: 199 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000789331

Common Names

  • Dwarf Wandflower
  • Dwarf Fairy Bells
  • Dwarf Angel's Fishing Rod

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Description

Dierama pumilum (also called Angel's Fishing Rod, Hairbells, and Wandflower, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Iridaceae family. It is native to South Africa and is found in grasslands and rocky slopes. It is a perennial herb with a creeping rhizome and has long, thin, arching stems with clusters of white, pink, or purple flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Dierama pumilum is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It has long, arching stems and delicate, bell-shaped flowers that range in color from white to pink. It is also used in dried flower arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dierama pumilum is a bell-shaped, pinkish-purple flower with long, slender petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and thin, with a single, thin stem and small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dierama pumilum is a small, clump-forming perennial that grows up to 1m tall. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done from seed. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a seed tray filled with a well-draining potting mix. Keep the seeds moist and in a warm, sunny location until they have germinated. Plant the seedlings in the garden in a sunny location.

Where to Find Dierama pumilum

Dierama pumilum is native to South Africa.

Dierama pumilum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dierama pumilum?

Dierama pumilum

What is the common name of Dierama pumilum?

Fairybells

What is the natural habitat of Dierama pumilum?

Grasslands and open woodlands

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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