Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Species:
huilense
ID:
783543

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ravenna

Source:
iplants

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Bot. Not. 132: 464 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000782876



Common Names

  • Hesperoxiphion Huilense
  • Huilense Star
  • Huilense Spider Flower


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Description

Hesperoxiphion huilense (also called 'Huila Hesperoxiphion', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to South Africa. It has long, narrow leaves and produces white or pink flowers in summer. It is found in moist grasslands, near streams, and in wet areas.

Uses & Benefits

Hesperoxiphion huilense is a flowering plant that is often used as an ornamental in gardens. It is known for its bright yellow flowers and its ability to attract pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hesperoxiphion huilense is a star-shaped bloom with six petals, usually in shades of pink, purple, or white. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are thin, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hesperoxiphion huilense is a hardy, evergreen perennial that is native to South Africa. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division of the clumps in spring or by seed in autumn. It is also possible to propagate Hesperoxiphion huilense from cuttings taken in spring.

Where to Find Hesperoxiphion huilense

Hesperoxiphion huilense can be found in the Western Cape and Eastern Cape provinces of South Africa.

Hesperoxiphion huilense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hesperoxiphion huilense?

Hesperoxiphion huilense

What is the common name of Hesperoxiphion huilense?

Huila Hesperoxiphion

What is the habitat of Hesperoxiphion huilense?

It is found in moist grasslands and marshes

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-321361: Based on the initial data import
Pierfelice Ravenna (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ravenna' in the authors string.