Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
sigmoidea
ID:
1328026

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.C.Manning & J.M.J.Deacon

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
S. African J. Bot. 94: 267 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340480



Common Names

  • Drimia sigmoidea
  • Sigmoidea Drimia
  • Sigmoidea Drimia sigmoidea


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Description

Drimia sigmoidea (also called 'Sigmoidea Drimia', 'Sigmoidea Drimia' and 'Sigmoidea Drimia', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It has narrow, linear leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in dry, open grasslands and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Drimia sigmoidea is an ornamental plant that is used to provide a decorative and attractive look to gardens. It can also be used to attract birds and other wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Drimia sigmoidea has small, white flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, black and oblong-shaped. The seedlings have two opposite, oblong-shaped cotyledons and a single, unbranched stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Drimia sigmoidea is a perennial herbaceous plant that is best propagated through division or cuttings. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It is best to water regularly and fertilize lightly in the spring and summer.

Where to Find Drimia sigmoidea

Drimia sigmoidea is native to the Mediterranean region.

Drimia sigmoidea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Drimia sigmoidea?

Drimia sigmoidea

Where is Drimia sigmoidea native to?

Ethiopia

What is the flower color of Drimia sigmoidea?

White

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

John C. Manning (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.C.Manning' in the authors string.
James Michael Jack Deacon (b.1989): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.J.Deacon' in the authors string.