Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macrocarpa
ID:
789002

Status:
valid

Authors:
Strid

Source:
iplants

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Opera Bot. 37: 33 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000788335

Common Names

  • Bobartia macrocarpa
  • Macrocarpa Bobartia
  • Bobartia Macrocarpa

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Description

Bobartia macrocarpa (also called 'Large-fruited Bobartia' or 'Large-fruited 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 macrocarpa 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 macrocarpa 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Bobartia macrocarpa 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 macrocarpa

Bobartia macrocarpa is native to South Africa and can be found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Bobartia macrocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bobartia macrocarpa?

Bobartia macrocarpa

What is the common name of Bobartia macrocarpa?

Large-fruited Bobartia

What is the natural habitat of Bobartia macrocarpa?

Dry grasslands and scrublands

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-326941: Based on the initial data import
Arne Strid (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Strid' in the authors string.