Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macrospatha
ID:
789003

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
iplants

Year:
1892

Citation Micro:
Handb. Irid. : 119 (1892)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000788336

Common Names

  • Bobartia macrospatha
  • Macrospatha Bobartia
  • Bobartia Macrospatha

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Description

Bobartia macrospatha (also called 'Large-spathe Bobartia' or 'Large-spathe 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 macrospatha 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 macrospatha sub. anceps (Baker) Strid
Bobartia macrospatha sub. macrospatha

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bobartia macrospatha 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 macrospatha 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 macrospatha

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

Bobartia macrospatha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bobartia macrospatha?

Bobartia macrospatha

What is the common name of Bobartia macrospatha?

African Daisy

What is the natural habitat of Bobartia macrospatha?

It is native to South Africa and is found in grasslands and rocky areas

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,

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