Tigridia durangensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Molseed ex Cruden
Source:
iplants
Year:
1968
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 20: 314 (1968)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000786890
Common Names
- Tigridia durangensis
- Durango Tiger Flower
- Durangensis Tiger Flower
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tigridia durangensis (also called the Durango tigridia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico. It has long, narrow, green leaves and produces yellow and red flowers. It typically grows in moist, well-drained soils in grasslands and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Tigridia durangensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower in floral arrangements.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tigridia durangensis has bright orange flowers with yellow and red stripes. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, bright green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tigridia durangensis can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-draining soil mix. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The clumps should be divided into smaller sections and replanted in a well-draining soil mix.
Where to Find Tigridia durangensis
Tigridia durangensis is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Chiapas, Oaxaca, and Veracruz.
Tigridia durangensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tigridia durangensis?
Tigridia durangensis
What is the natural habitat of Tigridia durangensis?
Tigridia durangensis is native to Mexico and Central America.
What is the growth habit of Tigridia durangensis?
Tigridia durangensis is an evergreen perennial herb that grows up to 1 meter in height.
Species in the Tigridia genus
Tigridia mariaetrinitatis, Tigridia raimondii, Tigridia van-houttei, Tigridia estelae, Tigridia chrysantha, Tigridia martinezii, Tigridia potosina, Tigridia catarinensis, Tigridia alpestris, Tigridia durangensis, Tigridia dugesii, Tigridia flammea, Tigridia chiapensis, Tigridia bicolor, Tigridia augusta, Tigridia hintonii, Tigridia inusitata, Tigridia immaculata, Tigridia illecebrosa, Tigridia huyanae, Tigridia ehrenbergii, Tigridia albicans, Tigridia hallbergii, Tigridia galanthoides, Tigridia huajuapanensis, Tigridia matudae, Tigridia mortonii, Tigridia philippiana, Tigridia pearcei, Tigridia pavonia, Tigridia multiflora, Tigridia molseediana, Tigridia minuta, Tigridia mexicana, Tigridia meleagris, Tigridia orthantha, Tigridia violacea, Tigridia venusta, Tigridia pulchella, Tigridia tepoxtlana, Tigridia seleriana, Tigridia purruchucana, Tigridia purpusii, Tigridia amatlanensis, Tigridia gracielae, Tigridia rzedowskiana, Tigridia suarezii, Tigridia pugana, Tigridia conzattii, Tigridia longispatha,
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-325457: Based on the initial data import
Robert William Cruden (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cruden' in the authors string.
Elwood Wendell Molseed (1938-1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Molseed' in the authors string.