Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Genus:
Species:
stellata
ID:
673407

Status:
valid

Authors:
Blatt.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
J. Bombay Nat. Hist. Soc. 32: 734 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000672739



Common Names

  • Stellata Iphigenia
  • Iphigenia Stellata
  • Stellata Starflower


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Description

Iphigenia stellata (also called Starry Iphigenia, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub that is native to the Mediterranean region. It grows to a height of up to 1 m and has small, glossy green leaves and white or pink flowers. It prefers sandy soils and is often found in coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Iphigenia stellata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control and for landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Iphigenia stellata has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, round, and dark brown in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Iphigenia stellata can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe stems and placed in a moist, sandy soil. Both seed and cuttings should be kept in a warm, sunny location until established.

Where to Find Iphigenia stellata

Iphigenia stellata can be found in South Africa, in the Western Cape and Eastern Cape provinces.

Iphigenia stellata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Iphigenia stellata?

Iphigenia stellata

What is the natural habitat of Iphigenia stellata?

Iphigenia stellata is native to South Africa.

What are the common uses of Iphigenia stellata?

Iphigenia stellata is commonly used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

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,

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