Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vuvuzela
ID:
1042037

Status:
valid

Authors:
Goldblatt & J.C.Manning

Source:
tro

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 40: 148 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001041375



Common Names

  • Moraea vuvuzela
  • Vuvuzela Moraea
  • Vuvuzela African Iris


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Description

Moraea vuvuzela (also called Vuvuzela Moraea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Acanthaceae family. It is native to India, Myanmar, and Thailand. It grows in moist forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Moraea vuvuzela is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Moraea vuvuzela is a white, star-shaped flower with yellow centers. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are small, round, and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Moraea vuvuzela is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in moist, well-draining soil and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from the top of the plant and planted in a moist, well-draining soil. The plant prefers partial shade and should be kept moist but not wet.

Where to Find Moraea vuvuzela

Moraea vuvuzela is native to South Africa and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates. It is commonly found in moist, shady areas.

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

Peter Goldblatt (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Goldblatt' in the authors string.
John C. Manning (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.C.Manning' in the authors string.