Crocosmia paniculata
Aunt Eliza, Aunt Eliza
Also known as: Antholyza paniculata Klatt +2 more
- Antholyza paniculata Klatt
- Crocosmia paniculata (Klatt) Gldblatt
- Curtonus paniculatus (Klatt) N.E.Br.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Iridaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a tuberous geophyte.
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Crocosmia paniculata (commonly known as Aunt Eliza) is a tuberous plant belonging to the Iridaceae family. Originating in Africa, this species is primarily associated with subtropical conditions.
Macro Climate
Subtropical
Plant Type
Bulb
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
AFRICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Southern Africa
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Free State, KwaZulu-Natal, Lesotho, Northern Provinces, Swaziland
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)
Great Britain, Ireland, Zimbabwe