Tritonia karooica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
M.P.de Vos
Source:
iplants
Year:
1983
Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot. 49: 407 (1983)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000786725
Common Names
- Karooica Tritonia
- Karoo Tritonia
- Karoo Tritonia Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tritonia karooica (also called Karoo tritonia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb, reaching up to 1 m in height. It is native to South Africa, and is found in grasslands, woodlands, and other habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Tritonia karooica is an ornamental plant, used in gardens and parks for its beautiful and colorful flowers. It can also be used to make herbal teas and infusions, due to its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tritonia karooica is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tritonia karooica is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m in height. It is native to South Africa. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, it prefers full sun and moderate watering.
Where to Find Tritonia karooica
Tritonia karooica is native to South Africa.
Tritonia karooica FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Tritonia karooica?
Tritonia karooica is native to South Africa.
What is the flower color of Tritonia karooica?
The flowers of Tritonia karooica are usually white or pink.
How can I propagate Tritonia karooica?
Tritonia karooica can be propagated by seed or division.
Species in the Tritonia genus
Tritonia karooica, Tritonia marlothii, Tritonia drakensbergensis, Tritonia delpierrei, Tritonia chrysantha, Tritonia laxifolia, Tritonia lancea, Tritonia kamisbergensis, Tritonia pallida, Tritonia nelsonii, Tritonia moggii, Tritonia bakeri, Tritonia atrorubens, Tritonia dubia, Tritonia florentiae, Tritonia cooperi, Tritonia disticha, Tritonia deusta, Tritonia crocata, Tritonia flabellifolia, Tritonia parvula, Tritonia squalida, Tritonia securigera, Tritonia undulata, Tritonia tugwelliae, Tritonia gladiolaris, Tritonia cedarmontana, Tritonia linearifolia,
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-325291: Based on the initial data import
Miriam Phoebe de Vos (1912-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.P.de Vos' in the authors string.