Cyrtanthus obliquus
Cyrtanthus obliquus (L.f.) L.f.
Cyrtanthus obliquus, known as the Knysna lily, is a flowering plant in the Amaryllidaceae family. It features spiraling leaves and large, drooping flowers. The species is native to coastal grasslands in South Africa, ranging from KwaZulu-Natal to the Eastern Cape.
Description
Cyrtanthus obliquus (L.f.) L.f. is a member of the Amaryllidaceae family, characterized by its distinctive spiral leaf arrangement and large, pendulous flowers. It is found in the coastal grasslands of South Africa, specifically in the regions of KwaZulu-Natal and the Eastern Cape. This species was first described in 1789.
Distribution
Cape Provinces · KwaZulu-Natal
Synonyms
Loxanthes pendulaTimmia obliquaAmaryllis pendulaAmaryllis umbellaCrinum obliquumCyrtanthus varius
