Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Species:
umbrosa
ID:
786360

Status:
valid

Authors:
Endl.

Source:
iplants

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
Pl. Preiss. 2: 31 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000785693



Common Names

  • Umbrosa Patersonia
  • Patersonia umbrosa
  • Patersonia umbrosa


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Description

Patersonia umbrosa (also called Shadow Flag, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that is native to Australia. It has long, narrow leaves and yellow, tubular flowers. It typically grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Patersonia umbrosa is often used in gardens as an ornamental plant. It has attractive foliage and can be used as a border plant or as a hedge plant. The leaves of this plant are also used in traditional medicine.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Patersonia umbrosa var. xanthina (Oldfield & F.Muell.) Domin
Patersonia umbrosa var. umbrosa

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Patersonia umbrosa is yellow and bell-shaped. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and long.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Patersonia umbrosa is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division of the rhizome. It prefers full sun to partial shade and is best grown in moist, well-drained soils. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil pH, from acidic to alkaline. It is best to fertilize the plant in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Patersonia umbrosa

Patersonia umbrosa is native to Australia.

Patersonia umbrosa FAQ

What type of plant is Patersonia umbrosa?

Patersonia umbrosa is a herbaceous perennial.

Where is Patersonia umbrosa native to?

Patersonia umbrosa is native to Australia.

What is the growth rate of Patersonia umbrosa?

Patersonia umbrosa has a moderate growth rate.

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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