Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Species:
selidandra
ID:
798029

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ravenna

Source:
iplants

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Onira 9: 48 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000797362



Common Names

  • Nemastylis selidandra
  • Selidandra Nemastylis
  • Selidandr Nemastylis


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Description

Nemastylis selidandra (also called 'Wild Iris', 'Selidandra Iris' and 'Selidandra', among many other common names) is a bulbous perennial plant that typically grows up to about 30 cm tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and is found in grasslands and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Nemastylis selidandra is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used to make traditional medicines for treating fever, colds, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Nemastylis selidandra are small, white and tubular. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nemastylis selidandra is a bulb that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be propagated by seed or division. The bulbs should be planted in fall in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination.

Where to Find Nemastylis selidandra

Nemastylis selidandra is native to the southeastern United States.

Nemastylis selidandra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nemastylis selidandra?

Nemastylis selidandra

What is the common name of Nemastylis selidandra?

Selidandra Nemastylis

What is the natural habitat of Nemastylis selidandra?

Tropical forests, woodlands, and savannas

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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