Status:
valid
Authors:
Ker Gawl.
Source:
iplants
Year:
1827
Citation Micro:
Irid. Gen. : 30 (1827)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000788318
Common Names
- Aphylla Bobartia
- Bobartia Aphylla
- Aphylla Bobartia
Description
Bobartia aphylla (also called Leafless Bobartia, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to South Africa. It has long, narrow leaves and white, pink or purple flowers. It grows in grasslands, scrub and rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Bobartia aphylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bobartia aphylla has small, yellow-green flowers that are clustered together. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bobartia aphylla is a perennial plant that is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It is best propagated by division in the spring or by seed. It can also be propagated by cuttings in the summer.
Where to Find Bobartia aphylla
Bobartia aphylla can be found in South Africa.
Bobartia aphylla FAQ
What is the growth rate of Bobartia aphylla?
Bobartia aphylla has a slow to moderate growth rate.
What is the soil type for Bobartia aphylla?
Bobartia aphylla prefers well-drained, sandy soils.
What is the light requirement for Bobartia aphylla?
Bobartia aphylla prefers full sun to partial shade.
Species in the Bobartia genus
Bobartia aphylla,
Bobartia fasciculata,
Bobartia filiformis,
Bobartia gladiata,
Bobartia gracilis,
Bobartia indica,
Bobartia lilacina,
Bobartia longicyma,
Bobartia macrocarpa,
Bobartia macrospatha,
Bobartia orientalis,
Bobartia paniculata,
Bobartia parva,
Bobartia robusta,
Bobartia rufa,
Bobartia longicyma,
Bobartia orientalis,
Species in the Iridaceae family
Alophia drummondii,
Alophia intermedia,
Alophia medusa,
Alophia silvestris,
Alophia veracruzana,
Aristea abyssinica,
Aristea africana,
Aristea alata,
Aristea anceps,
Aristea angolensis,
Aristea angustifolia,
Aristea bakeri,
Aristea bequaertii,
Aristea biflora,
Aristea cantharophila,
Aristea capitata,
Aristea cladocarpa,
Aristea compressa,
Aristea cuspidata,
Aristea dichotoma,
Aristea djalonis,
Aristea ecklonii,
Aristea fimbriata,
Aristea flexicaulis,
Aristea galpinii,
Aristea glauca,
Aristea goetzei,
Aristea grandis,
Aristea humbertii,
Aristea inaequalis,
Aristea juncifolia,
Aristea kitchingii,
Aristea latifolia,
Aristea lugens,
Aristea madagascariensis,
Aristea montana,
Aristea monticola,
Aristea nyikensis,
Aristea oligocephala,
Aristea palustris,
Aristea parviflora,
Aristea pauciflora,
Aristea platycaulis,
Aristea polycephala,
Aristea pusilla,
Aristea racemosa,
Aristea ranomafana,
Aristea recisa,
Aristea rigidifolia,
Aristea rupicola,