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Aristea abyssinica

by Johan Wentzel

Aristea abyssinica
Common Name
Blue-eyed grass, Blue iris
Plant Type
Perennial
This tufted, miniature blue iris is common on rocky outcrops, grasslands and moist areas. It has a very long flowering season, starting in Spring.
Plant Description

Aristea abyssinica,  a perennial herb that is 12-30 cm in height, is often of much smaller size than related species, especially at higher altitudes. Leaves several, linear  and the  lowers are borne on terminal branches.

This tufted, miniature blue iris is common on rocky outcrops, grasslands and moist areas. It has a very long flowering season, starting in Spring.

Aristea abyssinica looks stunning interplanted with small grasses such as Sporobolus satfianus and Eragrostis racemosa. Plant in a well drained soil.

Afrikaanse Naam
Dwergsuurkanol
Hardiness
Very hardy
Position
Sun
Water Requirements
Water wise
Evergreen
Evergreen
Growth Rate
Fast
Flowering Time
Spring
Flower Colour
Blue
Shape
Clump forming
Soil
Loam
Plant Size
<30cm
Region
Drakensberg, KwaZulu-Natal Midlands
Habitat
Grassland, Moist areas
Grown by Wildflower Nursery
Yes
  • Aristea abyssinica
  • Aristea abyssinica

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