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Also Known As

  • Morning Iris

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 30"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 9a-10b

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Orthosanthus acorifolius plant details

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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.

Gardening facts about Orthosanthus acorifolius plant

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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