Sparaxis elegans
Cape buttercup
Description
Sparaxis elegans, commonly known as the harlequin flower, is a geophytic plant native to South Africa. It is part of the iris family and is recognized for its vibrant, star-shaped flowers that bloom in a variety of colors, including red, orange, yellow, and pink, often with contrasting markings. The flowers are known to close at night and reopen in the morning. Sparaxis elegans grows from corms, which allow it to survive dry periods. It thrives in well-draining soil and full sun exposure. Planting the corms in fall will result in a beautiful bloom in spring. The plant is easy to propagate and the beauty it brings makes it a very nice plant.
Description
Sparaxis elegans, commonly known as the harlequin flower, is a geophytic plant native to South Africa. It is part of the iris family and is recognized for its vibrant, star-shaped flowers that bloom in a variety of colors, including red, orange, yellow, and pink, often with contrasting markings. The flowers are known to close at night and reopen in the morning. Sparaxis elegans grows from corms, which allow it to survive dry periods. It thrives in well-draining soil and full sun exposure. Planting the corms in fall will result in a beautiful bloom in spring. The plant is easy to propagate and the beauty it brings makes it a very nice plant.