Watsonia marginata
Fragrant Bugle Lily
Also known as: Antholyza marginata (L.f.) Page ex Steud. +8 more
- Antholyza marginata (L.f.) Page ex Steud.
- Gladiolus glumaceus Thunb.
- Ixia marginata (L.f.) Aiton
- Ixia sceptrum Baker
- Neuberia marginata (L.f.) Eckl.
- Watsonia alba Arderne
- Watsonia glumacea (Thunb.) Asch. & Graebn.
- Watsonia marginata var. minor Ker Gawl.
- Watsonia marginata var. minor KerGawl.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Iridaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a tuberous geophyte.
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Watsonia marginata (commonly known as Fragrant bugle-lily) is a tuberous plant within the Iridaceae family. It is found natively in Africa. 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)
California, South Australia, Victoria, Western Australia