Strumaria discifera - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
discifera
ID:
740510
Status:
valid
Authors:
Marloth ex Snijman
Source:
wcs
Year:
1992
Citation Micro:
Bothalia 22: 5 (1992)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000739843
Common Names
- Discifera Star of Bethlehem
- Discifera Star Flower
- Discifera Star Lily
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Strumaria discifera (also called 'Discifera Strumaria', among many other common names) is a small, bulbous plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It typically grows in dry, sunny areas such as rocky slopes and meadows, and has small, yellow flowers with six petals.
Uses & Benefits
Strumaria discifera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a groundcover in areas with moist soils.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Strumaria discifera sub. disciferaStrumaria discifera sub. bulbifera Snijman
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Strumaria discifera is a white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with dark green, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Strumaria discifera is a bulbous plant that can be propagated from seed or offsets. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C.
Where to Find Strumaria discifera
Strumaria discifera is native to South Africa and can be found in the Northern Cape Province.
Strumaria discifera FAQ
What are the common names of Strumaria discifera?
Strumaria discifera is commonly known as disciferous strumaria.
What is the native range of Strumaria discifera?
Strumaria discifera is native to South Africa.
What is the growth habit of Strumaria discifera?
Strumaria discifera is an annual herb.
Species in the Strumaria genus
Strumaria barbariae, Strumaria hardyana, Strumaria pygmaea, Strumaria unguiculata, Strumaria karoopoortensis, Strumaria merxmuelleriana, Strumaria massoniella, Strumaria karooica, Strumaria leipoldtii, Strumaria chaplinii, Strumaria tenella, Strumaria perryae, Strumaria discifera, Strumaria villosa, Strumaria aestivalis, Strumaria salteri, Strumaria gemmata, Strumaria phonolithica, Strumaria picta, Strumaria spiralis, Strumaria truncata, Strumaria watermeyeri, Strumaria pubescens, Strumaria bidentata, Strumaria luteoloba, Strumaria prolifera, Strumaria speciosa,
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-287965: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Marloth (1855-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Marloth' in the authors string.
Dierdré A. Snijman (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Snijman' in the authors string.