Sparaxis pillansii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.Bolus
Source:
iplants
Year:
1932
Citation Micro:
S. African Gard. 22: 57 (1932)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000785515
Common Names
- Sparaxis pillansii
- Sparaxis pillansii
- Sparaxis pillansii
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Sparaxis pillansii (also called Pillans' Sparaxis, among many other common names) is a bulbous perennial plant native to South Africa. It has long, narrow leaves and white, yellow or pink flowers. It grows in grasslands, mountain slopes and dry river beds.
Uses & Benefits
Sparaxis pillansii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a border plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Sparaxis pillansii has yellow flowers with a white center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Sparaxis pillansii is a bulbous perennial that is native to the western United States. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is done by division of the bulbs in the spring or by seed. The seeds should be sown in the fall or spring in a cold frame.
Where to Find Sparaxis pillansii
Sparaxis pillansii is native to South Africa. It can be found in grasslands and open woodlands.
Sparaxis pillansii FAQ
What type of plant is Sparaxis pillansii?
Sparaxis pillansii is a bulbous perennial.
Where is Sparaxis pillansii native to?
Sparaxis pillansii is native to South Africa.
What is the growth rate of Sparaxis pillansii?
Sparaxis pillansii has a moderate growth rate.
Species in the Sparaxis genus
Sparaxis pillansii, Sparaxis tricolor, Sparaxis bulbifera, Sparaxis elegans, Sparaxis fragrans, Sparaxis galeata, Sparaxis grandiflora, Sparaxis caryophyllacea, Sparaxis variegata, Sparaxis villosa, Sparaxis parviflora, Sparaxis maculosa, Sparaxis roxburghii, Sparaxis auriculata, Sparaxis metelerkampiae, Sparaxis calcicola,
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-324035: Based on the initial data import
Louisa Bolus (1877-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Bolus' in the authors string.