Status:
valid
Authors:
(Klatt) Goldblatt
Source:
iplants
Year:
1971
Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot. 37: 444 (1971)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000788498
Common Names
- Montbretia
- Falling Stars
- Copper Lilies
Description
Crocosmia paniculata (also called Panicled 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 paniculata 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
The flower of Crocosmia paniculata is a yellow, star-shaped flower with six petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Crocosmia paniculata 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 paniculata
Crocosmia paniculata is native to South Africa.
Crocosmia paniculata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Crocosmia paniculata?
Crocosmia paniculata
What type of plant is Crocosmia paniculata?
A perennial flowering plant
Where is Crocosmia paniculata native to?
Southern Africa
Species in the Crocosmia genus
Species in the Iridaceae family
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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,