Ferraria spithamaea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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valid
Authors:
(Baker) Goldblatt & J.C.Manning
Source:
ipni
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
Bothalia 41: 15 (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334013
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Ferraria spithamaea (also called 'Spithamaea 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 spithamaea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as an essential oil for aromatherapy and in perfumes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ferraria spithamaea 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ferraria spithamaea 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 spithamaea can also be propagated from seed, but this method is more difficult and time consuming.
Where to Find Ferraria spithamaea
Ferraria spithamaea is native to South Africa and can be found in grasslands and open woodlands.
Ferraria spithamaea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ferraria spithamaea?
Ferraria spithamaea
What is the common name of Ferraria spithamaea?
Spithamaea Ferraria
Where is Ferraria spithamaea found?
It is found in the grasslands of South Africa
Species in the Ferraria genus
Ferraria brevifolia, Ferraria candelabrum, Ferraria crispa, Ferraria densepunctulata, Ferraria divaricata, Ferraria ferrariola, Ferraria foliosa, Ferraria glutinosa, Ferraria ovata, Ferraria schaeferi, Ferraria uncinata, Ferraria welwitschii, Ferraria macrochlamys, Ferraria variabilis, Ferraria flava, Ferraria ornata, Ferraria foliosa, Ferraria spithamaea, Ferraria parva,
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
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
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.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77121981-1: Based on the initial data import