Moraea lugubris - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Salisb.) Goldblatt
Source:
iplants
Year:
1976
Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 63: 18 (1976)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000784722
Common Names
- Moraea lugubris
- Lugubris Moraea
- Moraea Lugubris
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Moraea lugubris (also called Lugubrious Moraea, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm in height. It is native to South Africa and is found in grasslands and rocky outcrops. It has linear leaves that are 2-4 cm long and 0.5-1 cm wide.
Uses & Benefits
Moraea lugubris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Moraea lugubris has white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and brown in color. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Moraea lugubris is an evergreen perennial native to South Africa. It is grown for its attractive foliage and its white flowers. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by division or cuttings. Division should be done in early spring or late fall. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer.
Where to Find Moraea lugubris
Moraea lugubris is native to South Africa and can be found in the Western Cape Province.
Moraea lugubris FAQ
What is the scientific name of Moraea lugubris?
Moraea lugubris
What is the common name of Moraea lugubris?
Mourning Moraea
What is the natural habitat of Moraea lugubris?
Grasslands and open woodlands
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-323246: Based on the initial data import
Peter Goldblatt (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Goldblatt' in the authors string.
Richard Anthony Salisbury (1761-1829): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Salisb.' in the authors string.