Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
robinsoniana
ID:
790020

Status:
valid

Authors:
Klatt

Source:
iplants

Year:
1882

Citation Micro:
Abh. Naturf. Ges. Halle 15: 374 (1882)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000789353

Common Names

  • Robinson's Dietes
  • Robinson's Fortnight Lily
  • Robinson's African Iris

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Description

Dietes robinsoniana (also called African Iris, Wild Iris, and Fortnight Lily, 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, yellow, or purple flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Dietes robinsoniana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a ground cover and in borders. It is known to attract birds and butterflies to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dietes robinsoniana is a white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dietes robinsoniana is a 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 Dietes robinsoniana

Dietes robinsoniana is native to South Africa.

Dietes robinsoniana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dietes robinsoniana?

Dietes robinsoniana

What is the common name of Dietes robinsoniana?

Robinson's Iris

What is the natural habitat of Dietes robinsoniana?

Grasslands and open woodlands

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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