Nerine masoniorum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
masoniorum
ID:
699796
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.Bolus
Source:
wcs
Year:
1930
Citation Micro:
S. African Gard. 20: 148 (1930)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000699129
Common Names
- Mason's Guernsey Lily
- Mason's Nerine
- Mason's Lily
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Nerine masoniorum (also called Mason's nerine, among many other common names) is a perennial bulbous plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It has a basal rosette of lanceolate leaves and a single stem with a few leaves. It is native to South Africa, and grows in meadows, pastures, and grassy slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Nerine masoniorum is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and flower beds. It is known for its bright pink flowers and its ability to attract butterflies and hummingbirds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Nerine masoniorum has white, pink or purple flowers, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Nerine masoniorum is a bulbous perennial that can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 8-10. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is done by dividing the bulbs during the dormant season.
Where to Find Nerine masoniorum
Nerine masoniorum can be found in the alpine meadows of the Alps, the Pyrenees, and the Carpathian Mountains.
Nerine masoniorum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Nerine masoniorum?
Nerine masoniorum
What is the common name of Nerine masoniorum?
Mason's nerine
What is the natural habitat of Nerine masoniorum?
Grassy meadows, pastures, and roadsides
Species in the Nerine genus
Nerine marincowitzii, Nerine appendiculata, Nerine angustifolia, Nerine filifolia, Nerine filamentosa, Nerine bowdenii, Nerine versicolor, Nerine undulata, Nerine transvaalensis, Nerine sarniensis, Nerine laticoma, Nerine krigei, Nerine humilis, Nerine hesseoides, Nerine gracilis, Nerine gibsonii, Nerine gaberonensis, Nerine frithii, Nerine ridleyi, Nerine rehmannii, Nerine masoniorum, Nerine pudica, Nerine platypetala, Nerine pancratioides, Nerine pusilla, Nerine laticoma, Nerine macmasteri,
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-282199: Based on the initial data import
Louisa Bolus (1877-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Bolus' in the authors string.