Sparaxis tricolor - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ker Gawl.
Source:
iplants
Year:
1804
Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. (König & Sims) 1: 225 (1804)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000785521
Common Names
- Sparaxis tricolor
- Sparaxis tricolor
- Sparaxis tricolor
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Sparaxis tricolor (also called Tricolor 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 tricolor is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a border plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Sparaxis tricolor 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 tricolor 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 tricolor
Sparaxis tricolor is native to South Africa. It can be found in grasslands and open woodlands.
Sparaxis tricolor FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sparaxis tricolor?
Sparaxis tricolor
What is the common name of Sparaxis tricolor?
Harlequin flower
What is the natural habitat of Sparaxis tricolor?
Sparaxis tricolor is native to South Africa.
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-324040: Based on the initial data import
John Bellenden Ker Gawler (1764-1842): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ker Gawl.' in the authors string.