Alophia drummondii
Also Known As
- Cypella drummondii
- Eustylis purpurea
- Herbertia drummondii
- Nemastylis purpurea
- Tigridia purpurea
Plant type
perennial, bulb / corm / tuber
size
- H: 12"-24"
- W: 6"-9"
planting zones
- 7a-12
Alophia drummondii plant details
Alophia drummondii is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In fall and summer lavender and purple flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty, lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Alophia drummondii
- Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
- Plant family: iridaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 6 IN - 9 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
- Flowers: lavender and purple blooms in fall and summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Alophia drummondii
- USDA Zones: 7a - 12
- Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, gritty, lean and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Native to the southern U.S. and southward it can form large patches on prairie sites, very showy and well worth growing in warmer areas of the country, a bulb house plant in the north.
Gardening facts about Alophia drummondii plant
How to Grow Alophia drummondii
Sun Exposure
- sun - dappled shade
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- lavender
- purple
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- summer
- fall
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Texture
- grassy
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