Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
stenocarpa
ID:
1326091

Status:
valid

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

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
S. African J. Bot. 90: 99 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338545



Common Names

  • Stenocarpa Drimia
  • Stenocarpa Squill
  • Drimia stenocarpa


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Description

Drimia stenocarpa (also called 'Stenocarpous Drimia', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is characterized by its solitary flower heads and spiny bracts.

Uses & Benefits

Drimia stenocarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to attract beneficial insects and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Drimia stenocarpa has small, white flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Drimia stenocarpa is an evergreen shrub native to India. It prefers to grow in full sun to partial shade and in well-draining soil. Propagation is best done through cuttings or by seed. The seeds should be sown on a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs.

Where to Find Drimia stenocarpa

Drimia stenocarpa is native to South Africa and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Drimia stenocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Drimia stenocarpa?

Drimia stenocarpa

What is the common name of Drimia stenocarpa?

Narrow-fruited Drimia

Where is Drimia stenocarpa 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

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.