Freesia speciosa - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.Bolus
Source:
iplants
Year:
1929
Citation Micro:
S. African Gard. 19: 385 (1929)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000789550
Common Names
- Freesia
- Speciosa
- Showy Freesia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Freesia speciosa (also called Showy 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 speciosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower in floral arrangements.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Freesia speciosa has yellow, fragrant flowers with white and yellow stripes. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Freesia speciosa is a herbaceous perennial that can be propagated from seeds or corms. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil and kept under partial shade. Corms should be planted in a moist, well-drained soil. The plant prefers full sun and should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Freesia speciosa
Freesia speciosa can be found in South Africa.
Freesia speciosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Freesia speciosa?
Freesia speciosa
What is the common name of Freesia speciosa?
Speciosa Freesia
What is the natural habitat of Freesia speciosa?
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-328146: Based on the initial data import
Louisa Bolus (1877-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Bolus' in the authors string.