Moraea miniata
Two Leaf Cape Tulip
Also known as: Homeria albida L.Bolus +6 more
- Homeria albida L.Bolus
- Homeria lineata Sweet
- Homeria miniata (Andrews) Sweet
- Homeria porrifolia Sweet
- Moraea gigantea Klatt
- Moraea lineata (Sweet) Steud.
- Moraea porrifolia (Sweet) Steud.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Iridaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a tuberous geophyte.
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Indigenous to Africa, Moraea miniata (commonly known as two-leaf Cape-tulip) is a tuberous plant belonging to the Iridaceae family. In its natural range, this species typically occurs in subtropical conditions.
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)
New South Wales, South Australia, Victoria, Western Australia