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Moraea comptonii

Cape tulip

Other common names
rooigeeltulp
Synonyms
Homeria comptonii
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Botanical details
Family
Iridaceae
Native to the UK
No
Genus

Moraea

Genus description

Moraea are cormous perennials with linear, sword-shaped or rolled leaves and clusters of short-lived iris-like flowers in late spring or summer

Name status

Correct

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