Status:
valid
Authors:
Goldblatt & J.C.Manning
Source:
iplants
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Bothalia 31: 191 (2001)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000784100
Common Names
- Atrandra Ixia
- Dark Ixia
- Black Ixia
Description
Ixia atrandra (also called Black Ixia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It has small, black flowers and grows in meadows and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Ixia atrandra is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ixia atrandra is a yellow to orange flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, with thin, pointed leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ixia atrandra is a species of flowering plant in the family Iridaceae. It is a rhizomatous perennial that grows to a height of 30–50 cm (12–20 in). Propagation is best done by division of the rhizomes in spring or early summer. The plant prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil.
Where to Find Ixia atrandra
Ixia atrandra is native to South Africa.
Ixia atrandra FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ixia atrandra?
Ixia atrandra
What is the common name of Ixia atrandra?
Atrandra Ixia
Where does Ixia atrandra grow?
Ixia atrandra is native to South Africa.
Species in the Ixia genus
Ixia abbreviata,
Ixia acaulis,
Ixia atrandra,
Ixia aurea,
Ixia bellendenii,
Ixia brevituba,
Ixia brunneobractea,
Ixia campanulata,
Ixia capillaris,
Ixia cochlearis,
Ixia collina,
Ixia curta,
Ixia curvata,
Ixia dubia,
Ixia erubescens,
Ixia esterhuyseniae,
Ixia flexuosa,
Ixia fucata,
Ixia gloriosa,
Ixia latifolia,
Ixia leipoldtii,
Ixia longituba,
Ixia maculata,
Ixia marginifolia,
Ixia metelerkampiae,
Ixia micrandra,
Ixia monadelpha,
Ixia mostertii,
Ixia namaquana,
Ixia odorata,
Ixia orientalis,
Ixia paniculata,
Ixia patens,
Ixia pauciflora,
Ixia paucifolia,
Ixia polystachya,
Ixia pumilio,
Ixia purpureorosea,
Ixia rapunculoides,
Ixia rouxii,
Ixia scillaris,
Ixia splendida,
Ixia stohriae,
Ixia stolonifera,
Ixia stricta,
Ixia tenuifolia,
Ixia thomasiae,
Ixia trifolia,
Ixia trinervata,
Ixia vanzijliae,
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,