Babiana disticha (Babiana fragrans)

Babiana disticha

Family: Iridaceae

Common names: Fragrant Bobbejaantjie

It has pale violet flowers that are occasionally creamy yellow usually with a narrow median streak or blotch on the lower lateral tepals and dark blue or purple markings near the base. It flowers from July to September with usually fragrant flowers. Plant grows from 7-20 cm high.

Sowing instructions: Seed is sown in autumn, thinly, in deep (min. 10 cm) seed trays, to allow for root development. The soil medium should be well drained, a recommended mix being 2 parts sand : 2 parts compost : 1 part loam or equal parts sand and compost, and the seeds should be planted 3-4 mm deep, covered with clean sand and kept moist and lightly shaded.

Locality: Porterville. Harvest: November 2024