Romulea gigantea

Romulea gigantea

Family: Iridaceae

It has small white, lilac, or blue flowers with a yellow greenish cup and is found in moist places in the South African Cape.

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: Kleinmond. Harvest: December 2024