Watsonia coccinea
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Endemic to the Western Cape, Watsonia coccinea grows on moist sandstone flats, often in seepage areas, in the southwestern part of the province. This cormous Iridaceae reaches 14 to 40 cm tall, with sword-shaped leaves and tubular flowers arranged in a single row along tall, slender stems, ranging from dull to bright scarlet, sometimes purple or translucent pink. Flowering, from August to November, is best after fire; the plant does not bloom every year and increases slowly. It requires well-drained soil and a sunny position.
- Family :Iridaceae
- Native to :Afrique du Sud ( Cap sud ouest)
- Growth :winter grower
- Flowering height :0-15 cm
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Growth :January (sem. 1-4), February (sem. 1-4), March (sem. 1-4), April (sem. 1-4), May (sem. 1-4), June (sem. 1-4), July (sem. 1-4), August (sem. 1-4), September (sem. 1-4), October (sem. 1-4), November (sem. 1-4), December (sem. 1-4)