Status:
valid
Authors:
Willd.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1798
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl., ed. 4 , 1: 953 (1798)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000831163
Common Names
- Cyphia phyteuma
- Phyteuma Cyphia
- Phyteuma's Cyphia
Description
Cyphia phyteuma (also called the Phyteuma Cyphia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Iridaceae. It is a small, perennial herb with a basal rosette of leaves and a single flower head. It is native to South Africa and grows in rocky, grassy and sandy habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Cyphia phyteuma is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Cyphia phyteuma are small and white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cyphia phyteuma is a hardy, evergreen, perennial shrub that grows up to 1.5 m in height. It is native to South Africa and is found in mountainous regions. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, it requires little maintenance and can tolerate drought conditions.
Where to Find Cyphia phyteuma
Cyphia phyteuma is native to South Africa.
Cyphia phyteuma FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cyphia phyteuma?
Cyphia phyteuma
What is the natural habitat of Cyphia phyteuma?
Grasslands and open woodlands
What is the flowering period of Cyphia phyteuma?
Summer
Species in the Cyphia genus
Cyphia alba,
Cyphia alicedalensis,
Cyphia angustifolia,
Cyphia aspergilloides,
Cyphia basiloba,
Cyphia belfastica,
Cyphia bolusii,
Cyphia brachyandra,
Cyphia brevifolia,
Cyphia brummittii,
Cyphia bulbosa,
Cyphia comptonii,
Cyphia corylifolia,
Cyphia couroublei,
Cyphia crenata,
Cyphia decora,
Cyphia deltoidea,
Cyphia digitata,
Cyphia elata,
Cyphia erecta,
Cyphia eritreana,
Cyphia galpinii,
Cyphia gamopetala,
Cyphia georgica,
Cyphia glabra,
Cyphia glandulifera,
Cyphia heterophylla,
Cyphia incisa,
Cyphia lasiandra,
Cyphia linarioides,
Cyphia longiflora,
Cyphia longifolia,
Cyphia longilobata,
Cyphia longipedicellata,
Cyphia maculosa,
Cyphia mafingensis,
Cyphia mazoensis,
Cyphia natalensis,
Cyphia nyikensis,
Cyphia oligotricha,
Cyphia pectinata,
Cyphia persicifolia,
Cyphia phillipsii,
Cyphia phyteuma,
Cyphia ramosa,
Cyphia reducta,
Cyphia revoluta,
Cyphia richardsiae,
Cyphia rogersii,
Cyphia rupestris,
Species in the Campanulaceae family
Adenophora amurica,
Adenophora brevidiscifera,
Adenophora capillaris,
Adenophora changaica,
Adenophora coelestis,
Adenophora contracta,
Adenophora cordifolia,
Adenophora divaricata,
Adenophora elata,
Adenophora fusifolia,
Adenophora gmelinii,
Adenophora golubinzevaeana,
Adenophora grandiflora,
Adenophora hatsushimae,
Adenophora himalayana,
Adenophora hubeiensis,
Adenophora izuensis,
Adenophora jacutica,
Adenophora jasionifolia,
Adenophora khasiana,
Adenophora lamarkii,
Adenophora liliifolia,
Adenophora liliifolioides,
Adenophora lobophylla,
Adenophora longipedicellata,
Adenophora maximowicziana,
Adenophora micrantha,
Adenophora morrisonensis,
Adenophora nikoensis,
Adenophora ningxianica,
Adenophora palustris,
Adenophora pereskiifolia,
Adenophora petiolata,
Adenophora pinifolia,
Adenophora polyantha,
Adenophora potaninii,
Adenophora probatovae,
Adenophora remotidens,
Adenophora remotiflora,
Adenophora rupestris,
Adenophora rupincola,
Adenophora sinensis,
Adenophora stenanthina,
Adenophora stenophylla,
Adenophora stricta,
Adenophora sublata,
Adenophora takedai,
Adenophora tashiroi,
Adenophora taurica,
Adenophora trachelioides,