Babiana odorata

Also Known As

Baboon Flower

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 4"-5"
W: 6"-12"

planting zones

9a-11

Babiana odorata plant details

Babiana odorata is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Babiana odorata

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 4 IN - 5 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: dwarf, fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Babiana odorata

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, clay, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Totally CLAY tolerant cutie! Native to areas of clay flats in South Africa, this 5" shorty will do just fine with any clay conditions you give it. Spicy violet scented creamy pale yellow blooms with vibrant violet anthers appear in early Spring. The genus "Babiana" is so named because the bulbs are often browsed by baboons in their native South Africa. Summer deciduous!