Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
grandiflora
ID:
786770

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ker Gawl.

Source:
iplants

Year:
1804

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. (König & Sims) 1: 225 (1804)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000786103



Common Names

  • Sparaxis
  • Harlequin Flower
  • Wand Flower


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Description

Sparaxis grandiflora (also called Large-Flowered Harlequin Flower, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the iris family. It is native to South Africa and is found in grassland, open woodland, and rocky slopes. It has narrow, grass-like leaves and showy, star-shaped flowers with yellow, orange, or white petals.

Uses & Benefits

Sparaxis grandiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make a yellow dye for wool.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Sparaxis grandiflora sub. acutiloba Goldblatt
Sparaxis grandiflora sub. violacea (Eckl.) Goldblatt
Sparaxis grandiflora sub. fimbriata (Lam.) Goldblatt
Sparaxis grandiflora sub. grandiflora

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sparaxis grandiflora 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

Sparaxis grandiflora is a bulbous perennial that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated by division of the bulbs in spring or early summer. The bulbs should be planted in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. The plants should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Sparaxis grandiflora

Sparaxis grandiflora is native to South Africa and can be found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Sparaxis grandiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sparaxis grandiflora?

Sparaxis grandiflora

What is the common name of Sparaxis grandiflora?

Large Harlequin flower

What is the natural habitat of Sparaxis grandiflora?

Grassy slopes and open woodlands in South Africa

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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