Status:
valid
Authors:
R.Br.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1810
Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holland. : 286 (1810)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000761965
Common Names
- Borya sphaerocephala
- Sphaerocephala Lily
- Sphaerocephala Climbing Lily
Description
Borya sphaerocephala (also called Sphaerocephalous Borya, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Liliaceae family. It is native to Australia, and is found in grasslands and woodlands. It has a clumping habit and can reach up to 1 meter in height. Its flowers are white to yellowish-green in color.
Uses & Benefits
Borya sphaerocephala is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Borya sphaerocephala has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Borya sphaerocephala is a bulbous perennial native to Australia. It is best grown in well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. Propagation is by division of the bulbs in spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained seed-raising mix and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Borya sphaerocephala
Borya sphaerocephala is native to Peru and Bolivia. It can be found in montane forests, often in rocky areas.
Borya sphaerocephala FAQ
What is the scientific name of Borya sphaerocephala?
Borya sphaerocephala
What is the natural habitat of Borya sphaerocephala?
Tropical forests of Central and South America
What is the flower color of Borya sphaerocephala?
Orange or yellow
Species in the Borya genus
Borya constricta,
Borya inopinata,
Borya jabirabela,
Borya laciniata,
Borya longiscapa,
Borya mirabilis,
Borya nitida,
Borya scirpoidea,
Borya septentrionalis,
Borya sphaerocephala,
Borya subulata,
Species in the Boryaceae family
Alania cunninghamii,
Borya constricta,
Borya inopinata,
Borya jabirabela,
Borya laciniata,
Borya longiscapa,
Borya mirabilis,
Borya nitida,
Borya scirpoidea,
Borya septentrionalis,
Borya sphaerocephala,
Borya subulata,