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Ruscaceae

W/C = Wild Collected
Eriospermum paradoxum

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  • Common Name:
  • Family: Ruscaceae Hutch

  • Country of Origin: Western Cape, S. Africa
  • Habitat:

  • Description: Scale-like leaf bears a much-branched green outgrowth (enation) on its upper surface. Tubers flower before leaves emerge in late summer.
  • Culture: Winter-growing, tuberous plant. Needs bright sun and regular watering while growing. Keep dry and shaded in summer.
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Accession Data:

  • Accession # 200200017
  • Source: Matt Opel
  • Provenance: Divisions from NYBG 94/86A
  • Accession Date: 01-29-2002
  • Bench: 2109 - MED:Fynbos B
  • Qty: 2 confirmed on 08-30-2009
Classification:

  • Division: Magnoliophyta
  • Class: Liliopsida
  • SubClass: monocots
  • Order: Asparagales
  • SubOrder:
  • Family: Ruscaceae
  • SubFamily:
  • Tribe:
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