Lady's Hand
Cyanella lutea
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Basic Information
Family: Tecophilaeaceae
Genus: cyanella
Plant ID (slug): cyanella-lutea
Numeric ID: 22882
USDA Hardiness: 8-11
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Cyanella lutea is a BULB growing to 0.2 m (0ft 8in) by 0.1 m (0ft 4in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9 and is frost tender. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees. Suitable for: light (sandy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil and can tolerate drought.
Distribution
S. Africa - southern Namibia to Lesotho and Botswana.
Habitats
South Wall. By. West Wall. By.
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Root Edible Uses: Bulb - cooked[177].
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Cyanella lutea Lady's Hand