Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
papyracea
ID:
786522

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wolley-Dod

Source:
iplants

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 38: 170 (1900)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000785855



Common Names

  • Romulea papyracea
  • Papyracea Romulea
  • Papyracea Onion


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Description

Romulea papyracea (also called Paper Romulea, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that is native to South Africa. It has long, narrow leaves and yellow, tubular flowers. It typically grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Romulea papyracea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Romulea papyracea has yellow flowers with six petals, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two pairs of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Romulea papyracea is a bulb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.

Where to Find Romulea papyracea

Romulea papyracea is native to South Africa and is found in grasslands and dry mountain slopes.

Romulea papyracea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Romulea papyracea?

Romulea papyracea

What type of soil does Romulea papyracea prefer?

Romulea papyracea prefers well-drained, sandy soil.

What is the optimal temperature range for Romulea papyracea?

Romulea papyracea prefers temperatures between 15-25°C.

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,

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