Crocosmia masoniorum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(L.Bolus) N.E.Br.
Source:
iplants
Year:
1932
Citation Micro:
Trans. Roy. Soc. South Africa 20: 264 (1932)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000788494
Common Names
- Montbretia
- Falling Stars
- Copper Lilies
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Crocosmia masoniorum (also called Mason's Crocosmia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has long, linear leaves and orange-red flowers with six petals. It grows in wet meadows and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Crocosmia masoniorum is an ornamental plant used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used as a cut flower and is attractive to bees and butterflies. The plant has a long flowering season and is drought tolerant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Crocosmia masoniorum has bright orange flowers with a yellow throat. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Crocosmia masoniorum is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is best to start seeds indoors in late winter or early spring. Cuttings can be taken in late spring or early summer.
Where to Find Crocosmia masoniorum
Crocosmia masoniorum is native to South Africa and can be found in grasslands and open woodlands.
Crocosmia masoniorum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Crocosmia masoniorum?
Crocosmia masoniorum
What type of plant is Crocosmia masoniorum?
Perennial
What is the average height of Crocosmia masoniorum?
2-3 feet
Species in the Crocosmia genus
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-327108: Based on the initial data import
Nicholas Edward Brown (1849-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.E.Br.' in the authors string.
Louisa Bolus (1877-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Bolus' in the authors string.