Freesia caryophyllacea - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
N.E.Br.
Source:
iplants
Year:
1939
Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1939: 134 (1939)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000789518
Common Names
- Freesia
- Caryophyllacea
- Carnation Freesia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Freesia caryophyllacea (also called Clove Freesia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Iridaceae family. It is a bulbous perennial, growing up to 40 cm tall. It is native to South Africa, and is found in grasslands and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Freesia caryophyllacea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower in floral arrangements.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Freesia caryophyllacea is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green plant with a single stem and two leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Freesia caryophyllacea is a bulbous perennial plant that is native to South Africa. It is best grown in well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by division of the bulbs in spring or autumn. The bulbs can also be propagated from seed, which should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in autumn.
Where to Find Freesia caryophyllacea
Freesia caryophyllacea can be found in South Africa.
Freesia caryophyllacea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Freesia caryophyllacea?
Freesia caryophyllacea
What is the common name of Freesia caryophyllacea?
Carnation Freesia
What is the natural habitat of Freesia caryophyllacea?
Dry grasslands and rocky slopes
Species in the Freesia genus
Freesia andersoniae, Freesia caryophyllacea, Freesia corymbosa, Freesia fergusoniae, Freesia fucata, Freesia grandiflora, Freesia laxa, Freesia leichtlinii, Freesia occidentalis, Freesia refracta, Freesia sparrmannii, Freesia speciosa, Freesia verrucosa, Freesia viridis, Freesia marginata, Freesia praecox,
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-328117: Based on the initial data import
Nicholas Edward Brown (1849-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.E.Br.' in the authors string.