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Orthosanthus acorifolius
Also Known As
- Morning Iris
Plant type
perennial, bulb / corm / tuber
size
- H: 30"
- W: 12"
planting zones
- 9a-10b
Orthosanthus acorifolius plant details
Orthosanthus acorifolius is a deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring and summer purple flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Orthosanthus acorifolius
- Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
- Plant family: iridaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 12 IN wide, 30 IN tall
- Flowers: purple blooms in spring and summer
- Uses: rare, unique
GROWING CONDITIONS for Orthosanthus acorifolius
- USDA Zones: 9a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
- Soil needs: well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
This cute little perennial herb from the iris family hails from Venezuela. Wide, grassy, evergreen leaves produce lavender-purple flowers that change to attractive seed capsules. Clumps grow up to 1.5 ft tall. Provide full to part sun with plenty of water. Hardy to USDA zone 9, possibly colder with protection.
By: Cistus Nursery
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How to Grow Orthosanthus acorifolius
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- purple
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Texture
- grassy
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