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Xerophyta retinervis

by Johan Wentzel

Xerophyta retinervis
Common Name
Black-stick lily
Plant Type
Perennial
It is a fascinating plant with blackened stems in the winter months but totally transformed in early summer when covered with masses of blue flowers. Plant in full sun in a well-drained soil.
Plant Description

Xerophyta retinervis is a fascinating plant with blackened stems in the winter months but totally transformed in the early summer when covered with masses of blue flowers, especially after fire. The species is well adapted to survive extreme conditions such as drought, fires, and very cold temperatures.

Plant Xerophyta retinervis in full sun in a well-drained soil. It is a very slow grower.

Afrikaanse Naam
Bobbejaanstert
Hardiness
Very hardy
Position
Sun
Water Requirements
Water wise
Evergreen
Deciduous
Growth Rate
Slow
Flowering Time
Early spring
Flower Colour
Blue
Shape
Clump forming
Soil
Loam
Plant Size
50cm
Region
Gauteng, Mpumalanga, KwaZulu-Natal Midlands, Limpopo, North West
Habitat
Grassland, Rocky outcrops
Grown by Wildflower Nursery
Yes
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