Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
basutica
ID:
1411490

Status:
valid

Authors:
(E.Phillips) J.C.Manning & Goldblatt

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Strelitzia 40: 68. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423955



Common Names

  • Drimia basutica
  • Basutica Drimia
  • Basutica's Drimia


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Description

Drimia basutica (also called the Basutoland Drimia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the temperate regions of Europe and Asia. It has a single stem and is usually between 15-50 cm tall. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single inflorescence. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Drimia basutica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Drimia basutica is a small, white flower with a yellow centre. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Drimia basutica can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall when the plant is dormant. The divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until they have taken root. Once the divisions have taken root, they should be kept in a warm, sunny location. The plant should be fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Drimia basutica

Drimia basutica is native to Lesotho and can be found in the highlands of the country.

Drimia basutica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Drimia basutica?

Drimia basutica

What is the common name of Drimia basutica?

Basutoland Drimia

What is the natural habitat of Drimia basutica?

Drimia basutica is found in dry grasslands and scrublands of South Africa

Species in the Drimia genus

Drimia albiflora, Drimia altissima, Drimia anomala, Drimia arenicola, Drimia brachystachys, Drimia calcarata, Drimia capensis, Drimia ciliata, Drimia congesta, Drimia convallarioides, Drimia cyanelloides, Drimia delagoensis, Drimia dregei, Drimia elata, Drimia exigua, Drimia exuviata, Drimia fasciata, Drimia fragrans, Drimia fugax, Drimia glaucescens, Drimia haworthioides, Drimia hesperantha, Drimia hockii, Drimia hyacinthoides, Drimia indica, Drimia intricata, Drimia involuta, Drimia karooica, Drimia kniphofioides, Drimia laxiflora, Drimia ledermannii, Drimia macrantha, Drimia macrocentra, Drimia maritima, Drimia multifolia, Drimia multisetosa, Drimia nagarjunae, Drimia namibensis, Drimia nana, Drimia noctiflora, Drimia ollivieri, Drimia platyphylla, Drimia polyantha, Drimia porphyrantha, Drimia razii, Drimia rupicola, Drimia salteri, Drimia sanguinea, Drimia sclerophylla, Drimia secunda,

Species in the Asparagaceae family

Acanthocarpus canaliculatus, Acanthocarpus humilis, Acanthocarpus parviflorus, Acanthocarpus preissii, Acanthocarpus robustus, Acanthocarpus rupestris, Acanthocarpus verticillatus, Agave acicularis, Agave acklinicola, Agave ajoensis, Agave aktites, Agave albescens, Agave albomarginata, Agave americana, Agave angustiarum, Agave angustifolia, Agave anomala, Agave antillarum, Agave apedicellata, Agave applanata, Agave arizonica, Agave arubensis, Agave asperrima, Agave atrovirens, Agave attenuata, Agave aurea, Agave avellanidens, Agave bahamana, Agave bicolor, Agave boldinghiana, Agave bovicornuta, Agave braceana, Agave bracteosa, Agave brevipetala, Agave brevispina, Agave brittoniana, Agave brunnea, Agave bulliana, Agave cacozela, Agave cajalbanensis, Agave calodonta, Agave capensis, Agave caribaeicola, Agave cerulata, Agave chamelensis, Agave chiapensis, Agave chrysantha, Agave chrysoglossa, Agave cocui, Agave collina,

References

Peter Goldblatt (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Goldblatt' in the authors string.
Edwin Percy Phillips (1884-1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Phillips' in the authors string.
John C. Manning (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.C.Manning' in the authors string.