Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
grandiflora
ID:
790195

Status:
valid

Authors:
Klatt

Source:
iplants

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Consp. Fl. Afric. 5: 187 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000789528



Common Names

  • Freesia
  • Grandiflora
  • Large-flowered Freesia


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Description

Freesia grandiflora (also called Large-flowered Freesia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Iridaceae family. It is a bulbous perennial, growing up to 40 cm tall. It is native to South Africa, and is found in grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Freesia grandiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower in floral arrangements.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Freesia grandiflora sub. occulta J.C.Manning & Goldblatt
Freesia grandiflora sub. grandiflora

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Freesia grandiflora has yellow, fragrant flowers with white and yellow stripes. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Freesia grandiflora is a bulbous perennial plant that is native to South Africa. It is best grown in well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by division of the bulbs in spring or autumn. The bulbs can also be propagated from seed, which should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in autumn.

Where to Find Freesia grandiflora

Freesia grandiflora can be found in South Africa.

Freesia grandiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Freesia grandiflora?

Freesia grandiflora

What is the common name of Freesia grandiflora?

Grandiflora Freesia

What is the natural habitat of Freesia grandiflora?

Dry grasslands and rocky slopes

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,

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