Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
textilis
ID:
785538

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
iplants

Year:
1878

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London, Bot. 1: 270 (1878)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000784871



Common Names

  • Textilis Moraea
  • Moraea textilis
  • Moraea


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Description

Moraea textilis (also called 'Textile-blue-eyed-grass', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has long, narrow leaves and small, blue flowers. It is found in grasslands, in rocky places, and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Moraea textilis is used in traditional medicine to treat stomach ailments and as a diuretic. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Moraea textilis is a yellow, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, hard-coated seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Moraea textilis is a perennial herb that is native to South Africa. It is a low-growing, clump-forming plant that grows up to 30 cm in height. It is best grown in a sunny spot in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division of the clumps. The seed should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny spot. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. Division of the clumps can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Moraea textilis

Moraea textilis can be found in the Western Cape province of South Africa.

Moraea textilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Moraea textilis?

Moraea textilis

What is the common name of Moraea textilis?

Textile moraea

What is the flower color of Moraea textilis?

Yellow

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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