Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
osteniana
ID:
789926

Status:
valid

Authors:
Beauverd

Source:
iplants

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. Genève 1922, Ser. II. xiv. 165 (1923).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000789259



Common Names

  • Cypella osteniana
  • Osteniana Cypella
  • Osteniana Cypella Lily


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Description

Cypella osteniana (also called the Osten's Cypella, among many other common names) is a perennial flowering plant in the genus Cypella, in the family Iridaceae. It is native to South America, and is found in meadows, grasslands, and rocky slopes. It has a single, bright yellow flower with a deep purple centre, and long, narrow, grass-like leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Cypella osteniana is an ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of conditions, including digestive disorders, respiratory problems, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cypella osteniana is a yellow, star-shaped flower with a long, thin tube. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and have a yellowish-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cypella osteniana 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 osteniana

Cypella osteniana is native to Brazil.

Cypella osteniana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cypella osteniana?

Cypella osteniana

Where is Cypella osteniana found?

Cypella osteniana is found in South America.

What is the growth habit of Cypella osteniana?

Cypella osteniana is an evergreen perennial with a clumping growth habit.

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-327857: Based on the initial data import
Gustave Beauverd (1867-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Beauverd' in the authors string.