Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Species:
parviflora
ID:
787732

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Jacq.) G.J.Lewis

Source:
iplants

Year:
1959

Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot. 25: 340 (1959)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000787065



Common Names

  • Parviflora Tritoniopsis
  • Small-Flowered Tritoniopsis
  • Tritoniopsis Parviflora


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Description

Tritoniopsis parviflora (also called Small-Flowered Tritoniopsis, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South Africa. It has small, white flowers with five petals and five sepals. It grows in open, sunny areas, often in grasslands or meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Tritoniopsis parviflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Tritoniopsis parviflora var. angusta (L.Bolus) G.J.Lewis
Tritoniopsis parviflora var. parviflora

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tritoniopsis parviflora has bright yellow flowers with white markings and a black center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and thin with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tritoniopsis parviflora is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It has small, white, bell-shaped flowers that appear in spring and summer. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Tritoniopsis parviflora

Tritoniopsis parviflora can be found in South Africa.

Tritoniopsis parviflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tritoniopsis parviflora?

Tritoniopsis parviflora

What type of flower is Tritoniopsis parviflora?

Tritoniopsis parviflora is a bulbous perennial flower.

Where is Tritoniopsis parviflora native to?

Tritoniopsis parviflora is native to South Africa.

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-325630: Based on the initial data import
Nikolaus Joseph von Jacquin (1727-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jacq.' in the authors string.
Gwendoline Joyce Lewis (1909-1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.J.Lewis' in the authors string.