Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Species:
falcata
ID:
1331537

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.f.) Goldblatt & J.C.Manning

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Strelitzia 35: 89 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001343991



Common Names

  • Codonorhiza falcata
  • Falcate Codonorhiza
  • Falcata Codonorhiza


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Description

Codonorhiza falcata (also called African grass lily, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has long, linear leaves and produces white flowers in the summer. It grows in grasslands, woodlands, and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Codonorhiza falcata has no known non-medical uses.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Codonorhiza falcata has white flowers with yellow centers and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small and black and its seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Codonorhiza falcata can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in the spring or fall and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Codonorhiza falcata

Codonorhiza falcata is native to the Mediterranean region.

Codonorhiza falcata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Codonorhiza falcata?

Codonorhiza falcata

What is the common name of Codonorhiza falcata?

Falcate Codonorhiza

Where is Codonorhiza falcata found?

Codonorhiza falcata is found in India, Nepal, and Bhutan.

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

Peter Goldblatt (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Goldblatt' in the authors string.
Carl Linnaeus the Younger (1741-1783): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.f.' in the authors string.
John C. Manning (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.C.Manning' in the authors string.