Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Species:
niveum
ID:
783544

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ravenna) Ravenna

Source:
iplants

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Not. Mens. Mus. Nac. Hist. Nat. 21(249): 8. 1977

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000782877

Common Names

  • Hesperoxiphion Niveum
  • Snowy Star
  • Snowy Spider Flower

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Description

Hesperoxiphion niveum (also called 'Snowy Hesperoxiphion', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to South Africa. It has long, narrow leaves and produces white or pink flowers in summer. It is found in moist grasslands, near streams, and in wet areas.

Uses & Benefits

Hesperoxiphion niveum is a flowering plant that is often used as an ornamental in gardens. It has a long flowering period and is known for its bright pink and white flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hesperoxiphion niveum is a star-shaped bloom with six petals, usually in shades of pink, purple, or white. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are thin, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hesperoxiphion niveum is a hardy, evergreen perennial that is native to South Africa. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division of the clumps in spring or by seed in autumn. It is also possible to propagate Hesperoxiphion niveum from cuttings taken in spring.

Where to Find Hesperoxiphion niveum

Hesperoxiphion niveum can be found in the Western Cape and Eastern Cape provinces of South Africa.

Hesperoxiphion niveum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hesperoxiphion niveum?

Hesperoxiphion niveum

What is the common name of Hesperoxiphion niveum?

Snowy Hesperoxiphion

What is the habitat of Hesperoxiphion niveum?

It is found in moist grasslands and marshes

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-321362: Based on the initial data import
Pierfelice Ravenna (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ravenna' in the authors string.