Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tricolor
ID:
785585

Status:
valid

Authors:
Andrews

Source:
iplants

Year:
1800

Citation Micro:
Bot. Rep. 2: t. 83 (1800)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000784918



Common Names

  • Tricolor Moraea
  • Three-colored Moraea
  • Tricolour Moraea


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Description

Moraea tricolor (also called M. tricolor, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Iridaceae. It is native to South Africa, where it is found in grasslands and disturbed areas. It grows up to 0.5 m in height and has linear leaves that are up to 30 cm long. Its flowers are small and yellow, with 3 petals.

Uses & Benefits

Moraea tricolor is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Moraea tricolor has yellow, star-shaped flowers with a purple center. The seeds are black and round, and the seedlings are small with narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Moraea tricolor is a hardy, evergreen, perennial plant that grows in clumps. It is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun. Propagation is by division of clumps or by seed.

Where to Find Moraea tricolor

Moraea tricolor is found in South Africa, particularly in the Western Cape Province.

Moraea tricolor FAQ

What is the scientific name of Moraea tricolor?

Moraea tricolor

What type of flower does Moraea tricolor produce?

Moraea tricolor produces a white, yellow, or pink flower with a yellow center.

What is the growth habit of Moraea tricolor?

Moraea tricolor is a perennial plant with a clumping growth habit.

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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