Encyclopedia · Iridaceae · Dietes grandiflora
Dietes grandiflora
Dietes · Iridaceae
Dietes grandiflora, commonly named fortnight lily, large wild iris, African iris or fairy iris, is a rhizomatous perennial plant of the Iris Family (Iridaceae) with long, rigid, sword-like green leaves. This species is common in horticulture in its native South Africa, where it is often used in public gardens, beautification of commercial premises and along roadsides.
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Classification
Genus
Dietes
Family
Iridaceae
Climate
temperate, subtropical
Dietes grandiflora belongs to the Dietes genus within the Iridaceae family. It performs reliably across temperate, subtropical zones in our experience.
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Cultivation
Care sheet.
Water
Moderate
Light
Full sun to part shade
Soil
Well-drained
Growth rate
Moderate
Mature size
Varies by species
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Companions
Species we plant alongside Dietes grandiflora.
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Further reading
- 01Dietes grandiflora taxon photograph — Atlas of Living Australia image service
