Moraea variabilis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(G.J.Lewis) Goldblatt
Source:
iplants
Year:
1998
Citation Micro:
Novon 8: 377 (1998)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000785142
Common Names
- Variable Moraea
- African Iris
- Butterfly Iris
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Moraea variabilis (also called variable 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 variabilis is an ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant and for making essential oils.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Moraea variabilis is a yellow to orange-yellow, with a dark brown or black center. The seed is a small, dark brown or black, round-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, upright stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Moraea variabilis is a small, clump-forming perennial that grows up to 20 cm (8 in) tall. It has narrow, grass-like leaves and small, star-shaped, yellow or white flowers. Cultivation and propagation: Moraea variabilis is easy to grow in well-drained soil in full sun. It is best propagated by division in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Moraea variabilis
Moraea variabilis is found in the western and southern Cape of South Africa.
Moraea variabilis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Moraea variabilis?
Moraea variabilis
What is the common name of Moraea variabilis?
Variable Moraea
What is the family of Moraea variabilis?
Iridaceae
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-323653: Based on the initial data import
Peter Goldblatt (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Goldblatt' in the authors string.
Gwendoline Joyce Lewis (1909-1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.J.Lewis' in the authors string.