Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
skottsbergii
ID:
1327300

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.Sheader & A.Sheader

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Alpine Gardener 82: 211 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339754

Common Names

  • Olsynium Skottsbergii
  • Skottsbergii Olsynium
  • Skottsbergii's Olsynium

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Uses & Benefits

Olsynium skottsbergii is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Olsynium skottsbergii is a small, white, star-shaped bloom. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are thin, light green, and have a single, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Olsynium skottsbergii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. It is best to plant the seeds in early spring or late fall. Once established, it requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Olsynium skottsbergii

Olsynium skottsbergii can be found in Chile.

Olsynium skottsbergii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Olsynium skottsbergii?

Olsynium skottsbergii

What is the common name of Olsynium skottsbergii?

Skottsberg's Grass-like Irid

What is the natural habitat of Olsynium skottsbergii?

Grassy slopes and rocky areas

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

Martin Sheader: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Sheader' in the authors string.
Anna-Liisa Sheader: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Sheader' in the authors string.