Status:
valid
Authors:
Cruden
Source:
iplants
Year:
1975
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 27: 106 (1975)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000786888
Common Names
- Tigridia catarinensis
- Catarina Tigridia
- Catarina Tigridia
Description
Tigridia catarinensis (also called the Catarinense tigridia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico. It has long, narrow, green leaves and produces yellow and red flowers. It typically grows in moist, well-drained soils in grasslands and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Tigridia catarinensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower in floral arrangements.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tigridia catarinensis is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tigridia catarinensis can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-draining soil mix. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The clumps should be divided into smaller sections and replanted in a well-draining soil mix.
Where to Find Tigridia catarinensis
Tigridia catarinensis is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Chiapas, Oaxaca, and Veracruz.
Tigridia catarinensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tigridia catarinensis?
Tigridia catarinensis
What is the common name of Tigridia catarinensis?
Catarina tiger flower
What is the natural habitat of Tigridia catarinensis?
It is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Species in the Tigridia genus
Tigridia mariaetrinitatis,
Tigridia raimondii,
Tigridia van-houttei,
Tigridia estelae,
Tigridia chrysantha,
Tigridia martinezii,
Tigridia potosina,
Tigridia catarinensis,
Tigridia alpestris,
Tigridia durangensis,
Tigridia dugesii,
Tigridia flammea,
Tigridia chiapensis,
Tigridia bicolor,
Tigridia augusta,
Tigridia hintonii,
Tigridia inusitata,
Tigridia immaculata,
Tigridia illecebrosa,
Tigridia huyanae,
Tigridia ehrenbergii,
Tigridia albicans,
Tigridia hallbergii,
Tigridia galanthoides,
Tigridia huajuapanensis,
Tigridia matudae,
Tigridia mortonii,
Tigridia philippiana,
Tigridia pearcei,
Tigridia pavonia,
Tigridia multiflora,
Tigridia molseediana,
Tigridia minuta,
Tigridia mexicana,
Tigridia meleagris,
Tigridia orthantha,
Tigridia violacea,
Tigridia venusta,
Tigridia pulchella,
Tigridia tepoxtlana,
Tigridia seleriana,
Tigridia purruchucana,
Tigridia purpusii,
Tigridia amatlanensis,
Tigridia gracielae,
Tigridia rzedowskiana,
Tigridia suarezii,
Tigridia pugana,
Tigridia conzattii,
Tigridia longispatha,
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,