Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Species:
floridana
ID:
786049

Status:
valid

Authors:
Small

Source:
iplants

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
J. New York Bot. Gard. 32: 266 (1931)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000785382



Common Names

  • Floridana Nemastylis
  • Florida Nemastylis
  • Florida Star-grass


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Description

Nemastylis floridana (also called Florida Nemastylis, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm in height. It is native to the southeastern United States and is found in wet meadows, wet prairies, and wet savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Nemastylis floridana is a perennial plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It can also be used as a groundcover and can be used to attract butterflies and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Nemastylis floridana is a white, star-shaped flower with six petals. The seed is a small, brown, round seed. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nemastylis floridana can be propagated by division or by seed. Cultivation requires well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 7-10.

Where to Find Nemastylis floridana

Nemastylis floridana can be found in the western parts of South Africa, in grassland and rocky areas.

Nemastylis floridana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nemastylis floridana?

Nemastylis floridana

What is the common name of Nemastylis floridana?

Florida Twinflower

Where is Nemastylis floridana native to?

Southeastern United States

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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