Borya subulata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
G.A.Gardner
Source:
wcs
Year:
1923
Citation Micro:
Bull. Woods Forests Dept. Western Australis 32: 38 (1923)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000761967
Common Names
- Borya subulata
- Subulata Lily
- Subulata Climbing Lily
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Borya subulata (also called Subulate 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 subulata is an ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Borya subulata has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Borya subulata 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 subulata
Borya subulata is native to Peru and Bolivia. It can be found in montane forests, often in rocky areas.
Borya subulata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Borya subulata?
Borya subulata
What is the natural habitat of Borya subulata?
Tropical forests of Central and South America
What is the flower color of Borya subulata?
Orange or yellow