Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
edwardsii
ID:
1329031

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.R.Crouch & Mart.-Azorín

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 195: 137 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001341485





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Description

Drimia edwardsii (also called Edwards' Squill, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asparagaceae. It is native to South Africa, where it grows in rocky, sandy, and grassy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Drimia edwardsii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes, and its essential oils are used in the production of perfumes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Drimia edwardsii has small, white flowers with yellow anthers, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Drimia edwardsii is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate from cuttings or divisions. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be propagated by seed, but it is best to use cuttings or divisions for faster results.

Where to Find Drimia edwardsii

Drimia edwardsii is native to South Africa and can be found in the Eastern Cape region.

Drimia edwardsii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Drimia edwardsii?

Drimia edwardsii

What is the family of Drimia edwardsii?

Asparagaceae

Where is Drimia edwardsii native to?

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

Neil Robert Crouch (b.1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.R.Crouch' in the authors string.
Mario Martínez-Azorín (b.1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.-Azorín' in the authors string.