Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
morrisonii
ID:
673750

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vargas) Gereau & Meerow

Source:
wcs

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Novon 3: 29 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000673082

Common Names

  • Ismene morrisonii
  • Morrison's Ismene
  • Morrisonii Ismene

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Description

Ismene morrisonii (also called Morrison's ismene, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Amaryllidaceae. It is a low-growing, evergreen shrub native to the Cape Provinces and the Northern Provinces of South Africa. It is found in dry, sandy soils in fynbos and renosterveld vegetation.

Uses & Benefits

Ismene morrisonii is used as a garden ornamental and for erosion control. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Ismene morrisonii are white or pinkish-white, and the seeds are small and dark brown. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ismene morrisonii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from new growth and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Ismene morrisonii

Ismene morrisonii is native to the Cape Provinces of South Africa.

Ismene morrisonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ismene morrisonii?

Ismene morrisonii

What is the common name of Ismene morrisonii?

Morrison's hymenocallis

Where is Ismene morrisonii native to?

Mexico

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-279428: Based on the initial data import
Julio César Vargas Calderón (1903-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vargas' in the authors string.
Roy Emile Gereau (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gereau' in the authors string.
Alan W. Meerow (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meerow' in the authors string.