Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
praecox
ID:
1042038

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.C.Manning & Goldblatt

Source:
tro

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Strelitzia 27: 65 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001041376



Common Names

  • Freesia praecox
  • Praecox Freesia
  • Early Freesia


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Description

Freesia praecox (also called Early Freesia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Acanthaceae family. It is native to India, Myanmar, and Thailand. It grows in moist forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Freesia praecox is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Freesia praecox is a white, star-shaped flower with yellow centers. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are small, round, and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Freesia praecox is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in moist, well-draining soil and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from the top of the plant and planted in a moist, well-draining soil. The plant prefers partial shade and should be kept moist but not wet.

Where to Find Freesia praecox

Freesia praecox is native to South Africa and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates. It is commonly found in moist, shady areas.

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

Peter Goldblatt (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Goldblatt' in the authors string.
John C. Manning (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.C.Manning' in the authors string.