Freesia leichtlinii subsp leichtlinii - Indigenous South African Bulb - 10 Seeds Thyme Planting of root vegetables

Planting of root vegetables

African iris

The plant also has long brown tuberous roots that are used for medicinal purposes

bare soils often become compacted

The small fruits are yellow on the outside with a sweet transparent flesh on the inside

Freesia leichtlinii subsp leichtlinii - Indigenous South African Bulb - 10 Seeds Thyme Planting of root vegetablesFreesia is a genus in the Iridaceae of about 14 species from southern Africa, mostly from the winter rainfall region of South Africa. An attractive cormous geophyte growing to 20cm with sword shaped leaves. Flowers are creamy to white with mauve reverse with broad yellow markings and is sweetly scented. Found naturally in coastal areas in deep sand. Flowers from August to September. USDA Zone 8 Season to Sow Autumn Photos with credit to the late Rod