Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
filamentosa
ID:
1326014

Status:
valid

Authors:
Goldblatt & J.C.Manning

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 43: 154 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338468



Common Names

  • Moraea filamentosa
  • Filamentosa Fairy Iris
  • Filamentosa Fairy-Iris


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Description

Moraea filamentosa (also called Thread Tulip, among many other common names) is a bulbous perennial plant native to South Africa. It has narrow, linear leaves and yellow, star-shaped flowers. It is found in rocky areas, grassland, and scrubland.

Uses & Benefits

Moraea filamentosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Moraea filamentosa has small, yellow flowers that are clustered in a spike. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped nut and the seedlings are small, green, and grass-like.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Moraea filamentosa is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or by division of the root system. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and can be propagated by cuttings.

Where to Find Moraea filamentosa

Moraea filamentosa is native to South Africa and can be found in the wild in grassland and scrubland habitats.

Moraea filamentosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Moraea filamentosa?

Moraea filamentosa

What is the family of Moraea filamentosa?

Iridaceae

What is the habitat of Moraea filamentosa?

Grassland

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

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.