Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Species:
intermedia
ID:
787377

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baker) Goldblatt

Source:
iplants

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
S. African J. Bot. 56: 580 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000786710



Common Names

  • Intermediate Tritoniopsis
  • Tritoniopsis Intermedia
  • Intermediate Tritoniopsis


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Description

Tritoniopsis intermedia (also called Intermediate tritoniopsis, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, reaching up to 4 m in height. It is native to South Africa, and is found in dry forests, woodlands, and other habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Tritoniopsis intermedia 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 Tritoniopsis intermedia 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Tritoniopsis intermedia is a bulbous perennial that can be grown from seed or from offsets. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Offsets can be divided in the spring and replanted in a well-drained soil mix. It prefers full sun and regular watering.

Where to Find Tritoniopsis intermedia

Tritoniopsis intermedia is native to the Caribbean and is found in moist meadows, open woods, and along the edges of streams and ponds.

Tritoniopsis intermedia FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Tritoniopsis intermedia?

Tritoniopsis intermedia is native to South Africa.

What is the flower color of Tritoniopsis intermedia?

The flowers of Tritoniopsis intermedia are usually white or pink.

How can I propagate Tritoniopsis intermedia?

Tritoniopsis intermedia can be propagated by seed or division.

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-325277: Based on the initial data import
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Peter Goldblatt (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Goldblatt' in the authors string.