Status:
valid
Authors:
Mast.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1897
Citation Micro:
Fl. Cap. 7: 143 (1897)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000343931
Common Names
- Cannomois
- Congesta
- Crowded Cannomois
Synonyms
- Cannomois scirpoides minor Pillans [unknown]
Description
Cannomois congesta (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 congesta 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 congesta 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cannomois congesta 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 congesta
Cannomois congesta is native to South Africa and can be found in grasslands and savannas.
Cannomois congesta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cannomois congesta?
Cannomois congesta
What is the growth habit of Cannomois congesta?
It is a herbaceous perennial with a clumping habit.
What is the optimal soil type for Cannomois congesta?
It prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil with a pH of 5.5-7.0.
Species in the Cannomois genus
Cannomois aristata,
Cannomois congesta,
Cannomois nitida,
Cannomois parviflora,
Cannomois scirpoides,
Cannomois taylorii,
Cannomois virgata,
Cannomois grandis,
Cannomois arenicola,
Cannomois anfracta,
Cannomois robusta,
Cannomois primosii,
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,