Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tortuosa
ID:
786689

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
iplants

Year:
1877

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 16: 88 (1877)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000786022



Common Names

  • Tortuous Crocus
  • Tortuosa Crocus
  • Tortuous Mountain Crocus


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Description

Romulea tortuosa (also called Twisted Squill, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is found in dry, rocky places and is characterized by its narrow, grass-like leaves and small, star-shaped, white-purple flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Romulea tortuosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and flower beds. It is also used as a ground cover in dry areas and for erosion control.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Romulea tortuosa sub. aurea (Klatt) M.P.de Vos
Romulea tortuosa sub. tortuosa
Romulea tortuosa sub. depauperata M.P.de Vos

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Romulea tortuosa has small, yellow flowers with six petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Romulea tortuosa is a bulbous perennial that is native to South Africa. It can be propagated by seed or by division of the bulbs. It prefers well-drained soil in full sun and is drought tolerant. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Romulea tortuosa

Romulea tortuosa can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Romulea tortuosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Romulea tortuosa?

Romulea tortuosa

What is the common name of Romulea tortuosa?

Tortuous Crocus

What is the natural habitat of Romulea tortuosa?

Grassy slopes

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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