Cape Tulip


Scientific Name: Moraea grandiflora Eckl.
Synonym: Homeria collina
Family: Iridaceae
Cape Tulip(Moraea grandiflora)
Homeria collina in Curtis Botanical Magazine
Recommended Temperature Zone:
Sunset®: 4-29

Sun Exposure: Part sun to full sun

Origin: South Africa

Growth Habits: Deciduous bulb, up to 1.5 feet tall (45 cm.), up to 2.5 feet long (75 cm.)

Flowers: Yellow or light orange heavily scented flowers, up to 1.5 inches long (3.75 cm.), up to 3 inches wide (7.5 cm.)

Watering Needs: Needs good drainage



 

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