Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Commelinales
Genus:
Species:
corymbosa
ID:
389288

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.J.Bergius

Source:
wcs

Year:
1767

Citation Micro:
Descr. Pl. Cap. : 9 (1767)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000388620



Common Names

  • Corymbose Dilatris
  • Corymbose Dilatris
  • Corymbosa Dilatris


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Synonyms

  • Dilatris umbellata L.f. [unknown]
  • Wachendorfia hirsuta L. [unknown]
  • Wachendorfia umbellata L. [unknown]
  • Ixia hirsuta L. [unknown]
  • Ixia umbellata Burm.f. [unknown]

Description

Dilatris corymbosa (also called Common Dilatris, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe and North Africa. It is found in meadows, pastures and other grassy areas.

Uses & Benefits

Dilatris corymbosa is a plant used as an ornamental in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cold, and cough.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dilatris corymbosa has small, white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dilatris corymbosa is a perennial plant that is native to Europe and parts of Asia. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by division or seed. Division should be done in early spring or fall. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame. It is a low maintenance plant and requires little care.

Where to Find Dilatris corymbosa

Dilatris corymbosa is native to South America and can be found in moist, shady habitats.

Dilatris corymbosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dilatris corymbosa?

Dilatris corymbosa

What is the family of Dilatris corymbosa?

Haemodoraceae

What is the common name of Dilatris corymbosa?

Corymbose Dilatris

Species in the Haemodoraceae family

Anigozanthos bicolor, Anigozanthos flavidus, Anigozanthos gabrielae, Anigozanthos humilis, Anigozanthos kalbarriensis, Anigozanthos manglesii, Anigozanthos onycis, Anigozanthos preissii, Anigozanthos pulcherrimus, Anigozanthos rufus, Anigozanthos viridis, Barberetta aurea, Blancoa canescens, Conostylis aculeata, Conostylis albescens, Conostylis androstemma, Conostylis angustifolia, Conostylis argentea, Conostylis aurea, Conostylis bealiana, Conostylis bracteata, Conostylis breviscapa, Conostylis candicans, Conostylis canteriata, Conostylis caricina, Conostylis crassinerva, Conostylis deplexa, Conostylis dielsii, Conostylis drummondii, Conostylis festucacea, Conostylis hiemalis, Conostylis juncea, Conostylis latens, Conostylis laxiflora, Conostylis lepidospermoides, Conostylis micrantha, Conostylis misera, Conostylis neocymosa, Conostylis pauciflora, Conostylis petrophiloides, Conostylis phathyrantha, Conostylis prolifera, Conostylis pusilla, Conostylis resinosa, Conostylis robusta, Conostylis rogeri, Conostylis scorsiflora, Conostylis seminuda, Conostylis serrulata, Conostylis setigera,