Watsonia borbonica subsp. borbonica
Also known as: Gladiolus lomenia J.F.Gmel. +9 more
- Gladiolus lomenia J.F.Gmel.
- Gladiolus pyramidatus Andrews
- Neuberia rosea Eckl.
- Tritonia quinquenervata R.C.Foster
- Watsonia cooperi L.Bolus
- Watsonia pyramidata (Andrews) Klatt
- Watsonia pyramidata (Andrews) Stapf, 1932
- Watsonia pyramidata var. zeyheri Klatt
- Watsonia rosea Ker Gawl.
- Watsonia striata Klatt
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Subspecies
- Botanical Family: Iridaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a tuberous geophyte.
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Watsonia borbonica subsp. borbonica is a tuberous plant belonging to the Iridaceae family. Found natively in Africa, this subspecies is primarily associated with subtropical conditions. It is a naturally occurring subspecies of Watsonia borbonica, which is linked below, along with other subspecies of this species.
Macro Climate
Subtropical
Plant Type
Bulb
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
AFRICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Southern Africa
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Cape Provinces
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Burundi, Rwanda
Base Species & Variations