Moraea brevistyla - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Goldblatt) Goldblatt
Source:
iplants
Year:
1986
Citation Micro:
Ann. Kirstenbosch Bot. Gard. 14: 162 (1986)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000785134
Common Names
- Brevistyla Moraea
- African Iris
- Butterfly Iris
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Moraea brevistyla (also called brevistyla moraea, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial with long, narrow leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is native to South Africa, where it is found in grassland and scrubland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Moraea brevistyla is an ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant and for making essential oils.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Moraea brevistyla is yellow and star-shaped. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Moraea brevistyla is a perennial plant that grows best in full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or fall and divisions should be taken in late spring.
Where to Find Moraea brevistyla
Moraea brevistyla is found in the western and southern Cape of South Africa.
Moraea brevistyla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Moraea brevistyla?
Moraea brevistyla
What is the common name of Moraea brevistyla?
Short-styled Moraea
What is the family of Moraea brevistyla?
Iridaceae
Species in the Moraea genus
Moraea macgregorii, Moraea macrantha, Moraea lugubris, Moraea loubseri, Moraea lurida, Moraea macronyx, Moraea margaretae, Moraea marionae, Moraea longiflora, Moraea huttonii, Moraea stricta, Moraea spathulata, Moraea insolens, Moraea iringensis, Moraea inyangani, Moraea indecora, Moraea incurva, Moraea inconspicua, Moraea tanzanica, Moraea inclinata, Moraea longifolia, Moraea ramosissima, Moraea reticulata, Moraea punctata, Moraea pubiflora, Moraea pritzeliana, Moraea tortilis, Moraea muddii, Moraea moggii, Moraea modesta, Moraea polystachya, Moraea namibensis, Moraea minor, Moraea thomasiae, Moraea thomsonii, Moraea alpina, Moraea textilis, Moraea papilionacea, Moraea ochroleuca, Moraea nubigena, Moraea neglecta, Moraea natalensis, Moraea umbellata, Moraea gracilenta, Moraea upembana, Moraea unifoliata, Moraea unibracteata, Moraea unguiculata, Moraea tulbaghensis, Moraea tripetala,
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-323646: Based on the initial data import
Peter Goldblatt (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Goldblatt' in the authors string.