Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sisyrinchium
ID:
785724

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ker Gawl.

Source:
iplants

Year:
1804

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. (König & Sims) 1: 241 (1804)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000785057



Common Names

  • Sisyrinchium Moraea
  • Sisyrinchium Iris
  • Blue-eyed Grass Moraea


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Description

Moraea sisyrinchium (also called sisyrinchium 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 sisyrinchium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a cut flower in floral arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Moraea sisyrinchium has yellow, star-shaped flowers with six petals and a dark center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have thin, green stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Moraea sisyrinchium can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into smaller clumps and replanted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Moraea sisyrinchium

Moraea sisyrinchium is native to South Africa and can be found in grasslands and rocky areas.

Moraea sisyrinchium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Moraea sisyrinchium?

Moraea sisyrinchium

What is the family of Moraea sisyrinchium?

Iridaceae

What is the common name of Moraea sisyrinchium?

Sisyrinchium moraea

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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