Blue Grass Lily

Caesia vittata

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Basic Information

Family: Liliaceae

Genus: caesia

Plant ID (slug): caesia-vittata

Numeric ID: 19464

USDA Hardiness: Coming soon

Ratings

Physical Characteristics

Caesia vittata is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.6 m (2ft). The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

Australia - New South Wales, Tasmania, Victoria.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Cultivated Beds;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Root Edible Uses: Root[144]. We have no more details other than that the roots are slightly fleshy[193].

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known

Detailed Information

Additional Information

Title: Caesia vittata Blue Grass Lily