Watsonia borbonica
| Watsonia borbonica | |
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| Scientific classification | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| (unranked): | Angiosperms |
| (unranked): | Monocots |
| Order: | Asparagales |
| Family: | Iridaceae |
| Subfamily: | Ixioideae |
| Tribe: | Watsonieae |
| Genus: | Watsonia |
| Species: | W. borbonica |
| Binomial name | |
| Watsonia borbonica | |
Watsonia borbonica is a species of plant in the family Iridaceae that is native to South Africa.
Taxonomy
W.borbonica has two subspecies: W. borbonica subsp. ardernei, and subsp. borbonica.
Characteristics
The species grows from corms. It is dormant in summer and grows in winter, which is the rainy season in its native habitat. It has tall strap-like leaves growing in a fan arrangement. It may grow up to two metres tall.
It flowers for up to 4-5 weeks in spring.
Distribution and Habitat
W. borbonica grows in the winter-rainfall areas of the Western Cape of South Africa. It usually grows on slopes consisting of rocky sandstone or clay and granite. It may be found occasionally in sandy soils.[1]
Cultivation
W. borbonica is a good garden plant as it bears showy flowers. It needs well-drained soil and full sun. During the dormant phase it should be kept dry.[2]
References
- ↑ Nonkenge, S., Notten, A. "Watsonia borbonica". SANBI. Retrieved 11 April 2013.
- ↑ "Watsonia". Retrieved 11 April 2013.
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