Micranthus tubulosus - Indigenous South African Bulb - 10 Seeds Gladiolus lobed leaves

lobed leaves

This variety does not produce edible fruit and is cultivated for its ornamental value

A mixture of single flowers on tall stems

A tree / shrub growing up to 3m with grey bark and branches arising close to the ground

Micranthus tubulosus - Indigenous South African Bulb - 10 Seeds Gladiolus lobed leavesMicranthus is a genus of flowering plants in the family Iridaceae. The entire genus is endemic to Cape Province in South Africa. The genus name is derived from the Greek words micro, meaning "small", and anthos, meaning "flower". Growing 25 45cm with hollow tubular leaves and blue flowers in summer. USDA Zone 8 Season to Sow Autumn Photos with credit to the late Rod and Rachel Saunders, eminent experts on South African indigenous flora.