Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
parva
ID:
1321560

Status:
valid

Authors:
Goldblatt & J.C.Manning

Source:
ipni

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 41: 26 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334014


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Description

Ferraria parva (also called 'Small ferraria', among many other common names) is a bulbous perennial that typically grows to a height of 0.2-0.4 m. It is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found growing in dry, rocky habitats. It has small, white flowers that bloom in the spring and summer.

Uses & Benefits

Ferraria parva is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used to make wreaths and garlands.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ferraria parva is yellow and bell-shaped. The seed is a small, black, round nut. The seedlings are small, with two small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ferraria parva is a bulbous plant that can be propagated from offsets. To propagate, carefully remove the offsets from the parent plant and allow them to dry for a few days. Once the offsets have dried, they can be planted in well-draining soil. The soil should be kept moist but not wet. Ferraria parva can also be propagated from seed, but this method is more difficult and time consuming.

Where to Find Ferraria parva

Ferraria parva is native to South Africa and can be found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Ferraria parva FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ferraria parva?

Ferraria parva

What is the common name of Ferraria parva?

Small Ferraria

Where is Ferraria parva found?

It is found in the grasslands of South Africa

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.