Status:
valid
Authors:
Ker Gawl.
Source:
iplants
Year:
1811
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. 34: t. 1406 (1811)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000787264
Common Names
- Strictiflora Watsonia
- Strict-flowered Watsonia
- Strict-flowering Watsonia
Description
Watsonia strictiflora (also called Narrow-leaved Watsonia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Iridaceae family. It is native to South Africa, and is found in grasslands, woodlands, and other moist habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Watsonia strictiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, such as fever, cough, and colds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Watsonia strictiflora has bright pink flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, bright green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Watsonia strictiflora is a bulbous perennial plant that can be propagated by division or from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.
Where to Find Watsonia strictiflora
Watsonia strictiflora can be found in the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa.
Watsonia strictiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Watsonia strictiflora?
Watsonia strictiflora
What is the common name of Watsonia strictiflora?
Strict-flowered Watsonia
Where is Watsonia strictiflora native to?
South Africa
Species in the Watsonia genus
Watsonia densiflora,
Watsonia distans,
Watsonia dubia,
Watsonia angusta,
Watsonia bachmannii,
Watsonia galpinii,
Watsonia emiliae,
Watsonia coccinea,
Watsonia lepida,
Watsonia latifolia,
Watsonia laccata,
Watsonia knysnana,
Watsonia hysterantha,
Watsonia humilis,
Watsonia gladioloides,
Watsonia fourcadei,
Watsonia fergusoniae,
Watsonia borbonica,
Watsonia rourkei,
Watsonia elsiae,
Watsonia canaliculata,
Watsonia pulchra,
Watsonia mtamvunae,
Watsonia bella,
Watsonia pondoensis,
Watsonia inclinata,
Watsonia amatolae,
Watsonia paucifolia,
Watsonia amabilis,
Watsonia confusa,
Watsonia minima,
Watsonia aletroides,
Watsonia stokoei,
Watsonia zeyheri,
Watsonia wilmsii,
Watsonia wilmaniae,
Watsonia watsonioides,
Watsonia transvaalensis,
Watsonia tabularis,
Watsonia strubeniae,
Watsonia strictiflora,
Watsonia occulta,
Watsonia vanderspuyae,
Watsonia marginata,
Watsonia marlothii,
Watsonia stenosiphon,
Watsonia meriana,
Watsonia versfeldii,
Watsonia longifolia,
Watsonia spectabilis,
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,