Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Genus:
Species:
magnifica
ID:
673267

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ansari & R.S.Rao

Source:
wcs

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Surv. India 20: 162 (1978 publ. 1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000672599



Common Names

  • Iphigenia magnifica
  • Magnificent Iphigenia
  • Magnificent Iphigenia


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Description

Iphigenia magnifica (also called Magnificent Iphigenia, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub that is native to the coastal regions of South Africa. It has small, needle-like, grey-green leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in coastal heaths and dunes.

Uses & Benefits

Iphigenia magnifica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used to produce honey and as a source of fuel.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Iphigenia magnifica has white flowers, small seeds and small seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Iphigenia magnifica is a large evergreen shrub that grows up to 3m tall. It has large, dark green leaves and white flowers in spring and summer. It is best grown in well-drained, acidic soil in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by cuttings or by layering.

Where to Find Iphigenia magnifica

Iphigenia magnifica can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Iphigenia magnifica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Iphigenia magnifica?

Iphigenia magnifica

What is the common name of Iphigenia magnifica?

Magnificent Iphigenia

What is the natural habitat of Iphigenia magnifica?

Woodlands, scrub and heaths

Species in the Colchicaceae family

Baeometra uniflora, Baeometra uniflora, Burchardia bairdiae, Burchardia congesta, Burchardia monantha, Burchardia multiflora, Burchardia rosea, Burchardia umbellata, Camptorrhiza indica, Camptorrhiza strumosa, Colchicum alpinum, Colchicum antilibanoticum, Colchicum arenarium, Colchicum arenasii, Colchicum asteranthum, Colchicum atticum, Colchicum autumnale, Colchicum balansae, Colchicum baytopiorum, Colchicum bivonae, Colchicum boissieri, Colchicum bulbocodium, Colchicum burttii, Colchicum chalcedonicum, Colchicum chimonanthum, Colchicum cilicicum, Colchicum confusum, Colchicum corsicum, Colchicum cretense, Colchicum crocifolium, Colchicum cupanii, Colchicum davisii, Colchicum decaisnei, Colchicum doerfleri, Colchicum dolichantherum, Colchicum eichleri, Colchicum euboeum, Colchicum fasciculare, Colchicum feinbruniae, Colchicum filifolium, Colchicum freynii, Colchicum gonarei, Colchicum graecum, Colchicum haynaldii, Colchicum heldreichii, Colchicum hierosolymitanum, Colchicum hirsutum, Colchicum hungaricum, Colchicum imperatoris-friderici, Colchicum inundatum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-279382: Based on the initial data import
Rolla Seshagiri Rao (1921-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.S.Rao' in the authors string.
M.Y. Ansari (1929-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ansari' in the authors string.