Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
vermiformis
ID:
836055

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.C.Manning & Goldblatt

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 37(2): 184 (fig. 1, map). 2007 [Oct 2007]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000835390



Common Names

  • Drimia vermiformis
  • Vermiformis Drimia
  • Vermiformis's Drimia


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Description

Drimia vermiformis (also called Worm-like Drimia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Central America. It is a shrub, growing up to 1.5 meters tall. It is found in wet montane forests, often near streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Drimia vermiformis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. Its leaves are also used to make a tea that is believed to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Drimia vermiformis has white flowers with yellowish-green markings. The seed is a small, dark brown, kidney-shaped capsule containing numerous small, black, angular seeds. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Drimia vermiformis is a species of flowering plant native to South Africa. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or division of the clumps.

Where to Find Drimia vermiformis

Drimia vermiformis can be found in the tropical regions of Africa.

Drimia vermiformis FAQ

What is the best temperature for Drimia vermiformis?

Drimia vermiformis prefers temperatures between 18-25°C.

What is the best light for Drimia vermiformis?

Drimia vermiformis prefers bright, indirect light.

What is the best humidity for Drimia vermiformis?

Drimia vermiformis prefers a humidity of 50-70%.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-372620: Based on the initial data import
Peter Goldblatt (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Goldblatt' in the authors string.
John C. Manning (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.C.Manning' in the authors string.