Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
polyanthos
ID:
791469

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.f.

Source:
iplants

Year:
1782

Citation Micro:
Suppl. Pl. : 99 (1782)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000790802



Common Names

  • Moraea polyanthos
  • Many-flowered Moraea
  • Polyanthos Moraea


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Description

Moraea polyanthos (also called African Iris, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Africa, typically found in grasslands and woodlands. It has a single stem and a rosette of leaves, with flowers that are yellow and white in color. The fruits are small and black.

Uses & Benefits

Moraea polyanthos is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used to make hedges and windbreaks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Moraea polyanthos is a small, star-shaped bloom with five petals in shades of white, pink, and purple. The seed is a small, black nut. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Moraea polyanthos is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or from seed. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown from seed sown in spring or autumn. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The corms should be planted 10-15 cm deep and spaced 15-20 cm apart.

Where to Find Moraea polyanthos

Moraea polyanthos can be found in the south-western parts of South Africa.

Moraea polyanthos FAQ

What is the scientific name of Moraea polyanthos?

Moraea polyanthos

What is the common name of Moraea polyanthos?

Many-flowered Moraea

What is the natural habitat of Moraea polyanthos?

It is native to the south-western parts of South Africa.

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,

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