Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
aristata
ID:
344596

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mast.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1901

Citation Micro:
Beibl. Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 66: 19 (1901)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000343928

Common Names

  • Cannomois
  • Aristata
  • Bearded Cannomois

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Description

Cannomois aristata (also called canna lily, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Cannaceae. It is a herbaceous perennial that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to South America, and it is found in wet forests, along rivers, and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Cannomois aristata is used as an ornamental plant and is grown for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin diseases, fever, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cannomois aristata is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cannomois aristata can be propagated by seed or division. It is best grown in a sunny position in moist, well-drained soil. It can tolerate some shade but will flower better in full sun. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Cannomois aristata

Cannomois aristata is native to South Africa and can be found in grasslands and savannas.

Cannomois aristata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cannomois aristata?

Cannomois aristata

What is the growth habit of Cannomois aristata?

It is a herbaceous perennial with a clumping habit.

What is the optimal soil type for Cannomois aristata?

It prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil with a pH of 5.5-7.0.

Species in the Restionaceae family

Alexgeorgea ganopoda, Alexgeorgea nitens, Alexgeorgea subterranea, Anarthria gracilis, Anarthria humilis, Anarthria laevis, Anarthria polyphylla, Anarthria prolifera, Anarthria scabra, Anthochortus capensis, Anthochortus crinalis, Anthochortus ecklonii, Anthochortus graminifolius, Anthochortus insignis, Anthochortus laxiflorus, Anthochortus singularis, Aphelia brizula, Aphelia cyperoides, Aphelia drummondii, Aphelia gracilis, Aphelia nutans, Aphelia pumilio, Apodasmia brownii, Apodasmia chilensis, Apodasmia similis, Apodasmia ceramophila, Askidiosperma alboaristatum, Askidiosperma alticola, Askidiosperma andreaeanum, Askidiosperma capitatum, Askidiosperma chartaceum, Askidiosperma delicatulum, Askidiosperma esterhuyseniae, Askidiosperma insigne, Askidiosperma longiflorum, Askidiosperma nitidum, Askidiosperma paniculatum, Askidiosperma rugosum, Askidiosperma alticolum, Baloskion australe, Baloskion fimbriatum, Baloskion gracile, Baloskion longipes, Baloskion pallens, Baloskion stenocoleum, Baloskion tenuiculme, Baloskion tetraphyllum, Calorophus elongatus, Calorophus erostris, Cannomois aristata,

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