Cypella hauthalii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Kuntze) R.C.Foster
Source:
iplants
Year:
1950
Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. 171: 23 (1950)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000789238
Common Names
- Hauthalii Cypella
- Cypella hauthalii
- Hauthalii Star Cypella
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cypella hauthalii (also called 'Hauthal's Cypella', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the iris family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and grows in grassy meadows and rocky slopes. The plant has a small, cup-shaped flower with white petals and a yellow center. It grows to a height of 10-15 cm.
Uses & Benefits
Cypella hauthalii is used in the garden as an ornamental plant and is also used in the production of dyes.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Cypella hauthalii sub. hauthaliiCypella hauthalii sub. minuticristata Chauveau & L.Eggers
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cypella hauthalii has flowers that are yellow or white in color. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cypella hauthalii is a bulbous perennial that can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 8-10. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division of the bulbs.
Where to Find Cypella hauthalii
Cypella hauthalii is native to Argentina and can be found in wet meadows, marshes, and along the edges of ponds and streams.
Cypella hauthalii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cypella hauthalii?
Cypella hauthalii
Where is Cypella hauthalii found?
Cypella hauthalii is found in South America.
What is the growth habit of Cypella hauthalii?
Cypella hauthalii is an evergreen perennial with a clumping growth habit.
Species in the Cypella genus
Cypella aquatilis, Cypella armosa, Cypella craterantha, Cypella crenata, Cypella curuzupensis, Cypella discolor, Cypella elegans, Cypella exilis, Cypella fucata, Cypella geniculata, Cypella hauthalii, Cypella herbertii, Cypella laeta, Cypella lapidosa, Cypella laxa, Cypella mandonii, Cypella oreophila, Cypella osteniana, Cypella pabstiana, Cypella pusilla, Cypella catharinensis, Cypella unguiculata, Cypella brasiliensis, Cypella amambaica, Cypella trimontina, Cypella suffusa, Cypella luteogibbosa, Cypella magnicristata, Cypella rivularis, Cypella boliviana, Cypella aurinegra, Cypella ravenniana,
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-327835: Based on the initial data import
Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.
Robert Crichton Foster (1904-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.C.Foster' in the authors string.