Status:
valid
Authors:
R.Br.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1810
Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holland. : 292 (1810)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000766242
Common Names
- Cyanocarpa Drymophila
- Cyanocarpa Squill
- Cyanocarpa Spider Lily
Description
Drymophila cyanocarpa (also called 'Blue-fruited Drymophila', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asparagaceae. It is native to South Africa and is found in grassland and rocky areas. It is characterized by its thick, fleshy leaves and blue fruits.
Uses & Benefits
Drymophila cyanocarpa is an attractive ornamental plant, often used in rock gardens and as a groundcover. It has also been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Drymophila cyanocarpa has small, white flowers that are followed by small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have bright green, grass-like leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Drymophila cyanocarpa is a hardy, evergreen perennial that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained, sandy soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plants should be divided into clumps of 3-4 plants and planted in a sunny position in well-drained soil.
Where to Find Drymophila cyanocarpa
Drymophila cyanocarpa can be found in the Mediterranean region, in the Canary Islands, and in North Africa.
Species in the Drymophila genus
Species in the Alstroemeriaceae family
Alstroemeria achirae,
Alstroemeria altoparadisea,
Alstroemeria amazonica,
Alstroemeria andina,
Alstroemeria angustifolia,
Alstroemeria annapolina,
Alstroemeria apertiflora,
Alstroemeria aquidauanica,
Alstroemeria arnicana,
Alstroemeria aulica,
Alstroemeria aurea,
Alstroemeria bahiensis,
Alstroemeria bakeri,
Alstroemeria bilabiata,
Alstroemeria brasiliensis,
Alstroemeria burchellii,
Alstroemeria caiaponica,
Alstroemeria cantillanica,
Alstroemeria caryophyllaea,
Alstroemeria chapadensis,
Alstroemeria chorillensis,
Alstroemeria crispata,
Alstroemeria cuiabana,
Alstroemeria cultrifolia,
Alstroemeria cunha,
Alstroemeria decora,
Alstroemeria diluta,
Alstroemeria discolor,
Alstroemeria douradensis,
Alstroemeria espigonensis,
Alstroemeria exserens,
Alstroemeria fiebrigiana,
Alstroemeria foliosa,
Alstroemeria fuscovinosa,
Alstroemeria garaventae,
Alstroemeria gardneri,
Alstroemeria glaucandra,
Alstroemeria graminea,
Alstroemeria hookeri,
Alstroemeria huemulina,
Alstroemeria ibitipocae,
Alstroemeria igarapavica,
Alstroemeria inodora,
Alstroemeria isabellana,
Alstroemeria itabiritensis,
Alstroemeria itatiaica,
Alstroemeria jocunda,
Alstroemeria julieae,
Alstroemeria kingii,
Alstroemeria lactilutea,