Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Species:
uliginosa
ID:
789741

Status:
valid

Authors:
Goldblatt & J.C.Manning

Source:
iplants

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Novon 5: 159 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000789074

Common Names

  • Geissorhiza uliginosa
  • Swamp lily
  • Swamp grass lily

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Description

Geissorhiza uliginosa (also called Marsh Bluebells, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant native to South Africa. It has long, narrow leaves and produces bluebell-shaped flowers. It grows in wetland habitats, such as marshes and swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Geissorhiza uliginosa is used in the garden as an ornamental plant and is also used in the production of dyes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Geissorhiza uliginosa has white flowers with yellow centers and long, thin seed pods. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf. The seeds are small and black.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Geissorhiza uliginosa is a bulbous perennial that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and keep the soil slightly moist. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer in the spring. Divide the clumps every few years to keep them healthy.

Where to Find Geissorhiza uliginosa

Geissorhiza uliginosa is found in the Western Cape province of South Africa.

Geissorhiza uliginosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Geissorhiza uliginosa?

Geissorhiza uliginosa

What is the common name of Geissorhiza uliginosa?

Marsh Leopardsbane

What is the natural habitat of Geissorhiza uliginosa?

Grasslands and open woodlands

Species in the Geissorhiza genus

Geissorhiza alticola, Geissorhiza arenicola, Geissorhiza aspera, Geissorhiza barkerae, Geissorhiza bolusii, Geissorhiza bonae-spei, Geissorhiza bracteata, Geissorhiza brehmii, Geissorhiza brevituba, Geissorhiza bryicola, Geissorhiza burchellii, Geissorhiza callista, Geissorhiza cataractarum, Geissorhiza cedarmontana, Geissorhiza ciliatula, Geissorhiza confusa, Geissorhiza corrugata, Geissorhiza darlingensis, Geissorhiza delicatula, Geissorhiza divaricata, Geissorhiza elsiae, Geissorhiza erubescens, Geissorhiza esterhuyseniae, Geissorhiza eurystigma, Geissorhiza exscapa, Geissorhiza foliosa, Geissorhiza fourcadei, Geissorhiza furva, Geissorhiza geminata, Geissorhiza grandiflora, Geissorhiza hesperanthoides, Geissorhiza heterostyla, Geissorhiza hispidula, Geissorhiza humilis, Geissorhiza imbricata, Geissorhiza inaequalis, Geissorhiza inconspicua, Geissorhiza inflexa, Geissorhiza intermedia, Geissorhiza ixioides, Geissorhiza juncea, Geissorhiza kamiesmontana, Geissorhiza karooica, Geissorhiza leipoldtii, Geissorhiza lithicola, Geissorhiza longifolia, Geissorhiza louisabolusae, Geissorhiza malmesburiensis, Geissorhiza mathewsii, Geissorhiza minuta,

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-327671: Based on the initial data import
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.