Lapeirousia anceps

Lapeirousia anceps 

Family: Iridaceae

Common name: Long Kabong

They like to grow in deep sandy soil. The leaves are ribbed and linear. The flowers are cream to pink with red markings.

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: Clanwilliam. Harvest: November 2024