Romulea bocchierii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Frignani & Iiriti
Source:
iplants
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Candollea 63: 254 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000914392
Common Names
- Romulea bocchierii
- Bocchieri's Onion
- Bocchieri's Romulea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Romulea bocchierii (also called Bocchieri's Onion, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Iridaceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in sandy soils and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Romulea bocchierii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a food source, as the leaves are edible and can be used in salads or cooked as a vegetable.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Romulea bocchierii has small, white flowers with yellowish-green stripes. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, thin stems with oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Romulea bocchierii is a terrestrial orchid that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and partial shade. It needs regular watering and fertilizing to maintain its health. Pruning is also recommended to keep the plant in shape.
Where to Find Romulea bocchierii
Romulea bocchierii is native to Italy and can be found in the Mediterranean forests of the country.
Romulea bocchierii FAQ
What is the ideal temperature for Romulea bocchierii?
Romulea bocchierii prefers temperatures between 18-22°C (65-72°F)
What is the ideal humidity for Romulea bocchierii?
Romulea bocchierii prefers a humidity level of around 50-60%
What is the ideal light level for Romulea bocchierii?
Romulea bocchierii prefers bright, indirect light
Species in the Romulea genus
Romulea bulbocodium, Romulea biflora, Romulea autumnalis, Romulea austinii, Romulea cedarbergensis, Romulea corsica, Romulea congoensis, Romulea clusiana, Romulea camerooniana, Romulea viridibracteata, Romulea villaretii, Romulea vlokii, Romulea unifolia, Romulea malaniae, Romulea maroccana, Romulea melitensis, Romulea membranacea, Romulea minutiflora, Romulea multifida, Romulea merinoi, Romulea nivalis, Romulea papyracea, Romulea obscura, Romulea monticola, Romulea namaquensis, Romulea multisulcata, Romulea montana, Romulea monadelpha, Romulea numidica, Romulea insularis, Romulea hantamensis, Romulea hirsuta, Romulea ligustica, Romulea jordanii, Romulea jugicola, Romulea kamisensis, Romulea hirta, Romulea luteiflora, Romulea komsbergensis, Romulea linaresii, Romulea limbarae, Romulea leipoldtii, Romulea macowanii, Romulea longipes, Romulea stellata, Romulea tabularis, Romulea syringodeoflora, Romulea sulphurea, Romulea subfistulosa, Romulea citrina,
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-459364: Based on the initial data import
Flavio Frignani (b.1977): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Frignani' in the authors string.
Gianlucca Iiriti (b.1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Iiriti' in the authors string.