Bobartia longicyma - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Gillett
Source:
iplants
Year:
1930
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 68: 104 1930
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000788333
Common Names
- Bobartia longicyma
- Longicyma Bobartia
- Bobartia Longicyma
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bobartia longicyma (also called 'Long-cyme Bobartia' or 'Long-cyme Grass-lily', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to South Africa. It is a perennial herb that grows in grasslands and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Bobartia longicyma 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.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Bobartia longicyma sub. magna J.B.Gillett ex StridBobartia longicyma sub. microflora Strid
Bobartia longicyma sub. longicyma
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bobartia longicyma has small, yellow-green flowers that are clustered together. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bobartia longicyma is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Once established, it requires minimal care.
Where to Find Bobartia longicyma
Bobartia longicyma is native to South Africa and can be found in grasslands and open woodlands.
Bobartia longicyma FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bobartia longicyma?
Bobartia longicyma
What is the common name of Bobartia longicyma?
Long-stalked Bobartia
What is the natural habitat of Bobartia longicyma?
Dry grasslands and scrublands
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,
References
Margaret Clark Gillett (1878-1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gillett' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:436280-1: Based on the initial data import