Romulea hirta

Romulea hirta. (Iridaceae) Hairy Froetang, geelkruisblaarfroetang. The tuft of basal leaves are thin, long and four-winged. They are variably hairy, the margins usually ciliate, i.e. hair-fringed. Sowing: 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: Grasberg. Harvest: November 2023