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Cyanella lutea

Cyanella lutea L.f.
Cyanella lutea
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Cyanella lutea is a cormous herb found in South Africa and southern Namibia, typically growing in clay-rich or loamy soils.

Description

Cyanella lutea, described by L.f. in 1782, is a member of the Tecophilaeaceae family. It is native to the Cape Provinces, Free State, and Namibia. This species is characterized by its cormous growth habit and is adapted to grow in clay-rich or loamy soils.

Distribution

Cape Provinces · Free State · Namibia

Synonyms

Cyanella rosea

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