Freesia occidentalis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.Bolus
Source:
iplants
Year:
1933
Citation Micro:
S. African Gard. 23: 255 (1933)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000789540
Common Names
- Freesia
- Occidentalis
- Western Freesia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Freesia occidentalis (also called Western 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 occidentalis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower in floral arrangements.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Freesia occidentalis 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Freesia occidentalis is a bulbous perennial that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be grown from seed or from offsets. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by dividing the bulbs in the spring or fall. It can also be propagated by seed, which should be sown in the fall.
Where to Find Freesia occidentalis
Freesia occidentalis can be found in South Africa.
Freesia occidentalis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Freesia occidentalis?
Freesia occidentalis
What is the common name of Freesia occidentalis?
Occidentalis Freesia
What is the natural habitat of Freesia occidentalis?
Dry grasslands and rocky slopes
Species in the Freesia genus
Freesia andersoniae, Freesia caryophyllacea, Freesia corymbosa, Freesia fergusoniae, Freesia fucata, Freesia grandiflora, Freesia laxa, Freesia leichtlinii, Freesia occidentalis, Freesia refracta, Freesia sparrmannii, Freesia speciosa, Freesia verrucosa, Freesia viridis, Freesia marginata, Freesia praecox,
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-328137: Based on the initial data import
Louisa Bolus (1877-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Bolus' in the authors string.