Chiba University Matsudo/Kashiwa Campus Plant Database

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Details of Genus: Melasphaerula

ID: 2518

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# spp.: N/A (from genus_families table) | 0 (from names table)

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Family: Iridaceae

Family ja: アヤメ

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Description en: Genus of one species of spring-flowering, cormous perennial from shaded woodland in South Africa. It has narrow, grass-like leaves, and produces spikes of star-shaped flowers. In frost-prone areas, grow in a cool greenhouse or in a bulb frame. In warmer climates, grow at the base of a warm, sunny wall.

Hardiness en: Half hardy.

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Propagation en: Sow seed at 6-12°C (43-54°F) in autumn. Remove offsets when dormant in autumn.

Pests en: Trouble free.

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Update information: Created: 2010-06-04 18:58; Updated: 2020-07-05 11:41

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System Accepted? Botanical name Japanese name Infra-familial classification # species
APG4 Iridaceae アヤメ科 Show
PB2 Iridaceae アヤメ科 Show
PB3 Iridaceae アヤメ科 Show