Rush Iris

Bobartia indica

Physical Characteristics

Bobartia indica is an evergreen Perennial growing to 0.6 m (2ft) by 0.2 m (0ft 8in) at a slow rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is in leaf all year, in flower from March to October. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees. Suitable for: light (sandy) soils, prefers well-drained soil and can grow in nutritionally poor soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils and can grow in very acid soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist soil.

Distribution

S. Africa

Habitats

Cultivated Beds;

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known