Description
Moraea bituminosa (Iridaceae) They grow in granite and sandstone flats. Plants grow between 25 and 50 cm high. The stems are sticky with 2 or 3 linear leaves. The flowers are fairly large and yellow and appear in spring to early summer. Growing : Seed can be sown in autumn in deep pots or seed trays. The soil mixture should be a well-drained, compost/river sand mix. The soil should be kept moist during winter and spring and should be kept in the same container for at least two seasons. Locality : Bettiesbaai. Date of harvest : Febr 2017