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spathulate butterfly lily

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M. spathulata is an evergreen (in frost-free climates) perennial with a single linear leaf to each corm, and a stem bearing a cluster of bright yellow, iris-like flowers to 9cm wide, marked with purplish-brown on the lower petals

Scientific classification

Species: spathulate butterfly lily (Moraea spathulata)
Genus: Moraea
Family: Iridaceae

Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Toxicity: Conservatory Greenhouse · Bulbs
Plant type: 0.5-1 metres
Height: 0-0.1 metre
Spread: Evergreen
Foliage: Bushy
Habit: Summer
Season of interest: Full sun
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Distribution of spathulate butterfly lily

Distribution map

Zimbabwe to Southern Africa

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Culture

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Toxicity

Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

Quick identification of spathulate butterfly lily

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spathulate butterfly lily care guide

Moist soil during leaf growth, full dryness required for summer dormancy
Watering: Full sun
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Watering

Moist soil during leaf growth, full dryness required for summer dormancy

Fertilizing

Mild bulb nutrient solution every three weeks pre-dormancy period

Pruning

No pruning required

Propagation

Propagate by seed sown in containers in a coldframe in spring, or separate offsets when dormant

Growing

Grow at the base of a warm, sunny wall in a well-drained, humus-rich, moderately fertile soil in full sun with midday shade. Protect from excessive winter wet. Under glass grow in a loam-based compost (JI No 2) with added sharp grit. Water sparingly when growth begins and freely in full growth. Dry off as leaves wither, to ensure a dry dormancy from mid-summer to autumn

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