Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
contractus
ID:
765575

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.E.Br.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
Fl. Pl. South Africa 1: t. 4 (1921)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000764908



Common Names

  • Cyrtanthus contractus
  • Contracted Fire Lily
  • Cape Fire Lily


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Description

Cyrtanthus contractus (also called Contracted Fire Lily, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Amaryllidaceae. It is native to South Africa and is found in grassland and rocky areas. It has narrow, linear leaves and produces bright red flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Cyrtanthus contractus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used to make traditional medicines for treating fever and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cyrtanthus contractus has white, bell-shaped flowers and small, round seed capsules. The seedlings have narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyrtanthus contractus is a perennial herb that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation from seed is the easiest and most reliable method. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny position. Cuttings can be taken in late summer or early autumn and should be planted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Cyrtanthus contractus

Cyrtanthus contractus is native to South Africa and can be found in grasslands and open woodlands. It is commonly found in the Eastern Cape, Free State, Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, Limpopo, Mpumalanga, and the Northern Cape.

Cyrtanthus contractus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyrtanthus contractus?

Cyrtanthus contractus

What is the common name of Cyrtanthus contractus?

Contractus

What is the natural habitat of Cyrtanthus contractus?

Mountain slopes and rocky outcrops in the Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal provinces of South Africa

Species in the Cyrtanthus genus

Cyrtanthus leptosiphon, Cyrtanthus wellandii, Cyrtanthus angustifolius, Cyrtanthus attenuatus, Cyrtanthus bicolor, Cyrtanthus brachyscyphus, Cyrtanthus brachysiphon, Cyrtanthus breviflorus, Cyrtanthus carneus, Cyrtanthus clavatus, Cyrtanthus collinus, Cyrtanthus contractus, Cyrtanthus debilis, Cyrtanthus elatus, Cyrtanthus epiphyticus, Cyrtanthus erubescens, Cyrtanthus eucallus, Cyrtanthus falcatus, Cyrtanthus fergusoniae, Cyrtanthus flammosus, Cyrtanthus flanaganii, Cyrtanthus flavus, Cyrtanthus galpinii, Cyrtanthus guthrieae, Cyrtanthus helictus, Cyrtanthus herrei, Cyrtanthus huttonii, Cyrtanthus inaequalis, Cyrtanthus junodii, Cyrtanthus labiatus, Cyrtanthus leucanthus, Cyrtanthus loddigesianus, Cyrtanthus mackenii, Cyrtanthus macowanii, Cyrtanthus montanus, Cyrtanthus nutans, Cyrtanthus obliquus, Cyrtanthus obrienii, Cyrtanthus ochroleucus, Cyrtanthus odorus, Cyrtanthus rhodesianus, Cyrtanthus rhododactylus, Cyrtanthus rotundilobus, Cyrtanthus sanguinea, Cyrtanthus smithiae, Cyrtanthus spiralis, Cyrtanthus staadensis, Cyrtanthus stenanthus, Cyrtanthus striatus, Cyrtanthus suaveolens,

Species in the Amaryllidaceae family

Acis autumnalis, Acis longifolia, Acis rosea, Acis trichophylla, Acis fabrei, Acis nicaeensis, Acis tingitana, Acis trichophylla, Acis valentina, Acis ionica, Agapanthus africanus, Agapanthus campanulatus, Agapanthus caulescens, Agapanthus coddii, Agapanthus inapertus, Agapanthus praecox, Agapanthus walshii, Allium aaseae, Allium abramsii, Allium acidoides, Allium aciphyllum, Allium acuminatum, Allium acutiflorum, Allium aegilicum, Allium affine, Allium afghanicum, Allium aflatunense, Allium agrigentinum, Allium akaka, Allium alabasicum, Allium alaicum, Allium albiflorum, Allium albotunicatum, Allium albovianum, Allium alexandrae, Allium alexeianum, Allium alibile, Allium alpinarii, Allium altaicum, Allium altissimum, Allium altyncolicum, Allium amethystinum, Allium ampeloprasum, Allium amphibolum, Allium amplectens, Allium anacoleum, Allium anatolicum, Allium anceps, Allium angulosum, Allium anisopodium,

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