Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
variegata
ID:
786597

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merino

Source:
iplants

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
Fl. Galicia 3: 131 (1909)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000785930



Common Names

  • Romulea variegata
  • Variegata Romulea
  • Variegata Romulea Flower


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Description

Romulea variegata (also called Variegated 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 variegata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Romulea variegata has bright yellow flowers with a black centre. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Romulea variegata is a bulbous perennial that is native to South Africa. It can be grown from seed or from offsets. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep moist. To propagate from offsets, carefully remove the offsets from the parent plant and replant in a well-draining soil mix. Romulea variegata prefers full sun and well-draining soil.

Where to Find Romulea variegata

Romulea variegata can be found in South Africa.

Romulea variegata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Romulea variegata?

Romulea variegata

What type of soil does Romulea variegata prefer?

Romulea variegata prefers well-drained, sandy soil.

What is the optimal temperature range for Romulea variegata?

Romulea variegata 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,