Status:
valid
Authors:
Goldblatt & J.C.Manning
Source:
ipni
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
Bothalia 41: 111 (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334017
Description
Ixia saundersiana (also called 'Saunders' ixia', among many other common names) is a bulbous perennial that typically grows to a height of 0.2-0.4 m. It is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found growing in dry, rocky habitats. It has small, white flowers that bloom in the spring and summer.
Uses & Benefits
Ixia saudersiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used to make wreaths and garlands.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ixia saudersiana is yellow and bell-shaped. The seed is a small, black, round nut. The seedlings are small, with two small, round leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ixia saudersiana is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division of the corms in spring or by seed sown in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Ixia saudersiana
Ixia saudersiana is native to South Africa and can be found in grasslands and open woodlands.
Ixia saudersiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ixia saundersiana?
Ixia saundersiana
What is the common name of Ixia saundersiana?
Saunders' Ixia
Where is Ixia saundersiana found?
It is found in the grasslands of 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,