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(Nemastylis geminiflora)
Prairie Pleatleaf (Nemastylis geminiflora)
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Photo by: Michelle W. | License Type: CC BY 4.0 | License URL: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ | Rights Holder: Michelle W. | Publisher: iNaturalist | Date Created: 2020-04-13T18:45:26-07:00 |
Estimated Native Range
Summary
Nemastylis geminiflora, commonly known as Prairie Pleatleaf, is a deciduous perennial herb native to a variety of habitats including prairies, open woodlands, and grasslands in the Southern United States, particularly Texas and Oklahoma. This plant typically grows to a height and width of 0.4-0.8 feet (0.1-0.2 meters), forming clumps of grass-like foliage. The flowers of Prairie Pleatleaf are quite distinctive, with three-petaled, iris-like blooms that are a striking blue to purple color, appearing in late spring to early summer. The blooms are brief but showy, often opening in the morning and closing by afternoon.
Prairie Pleatleaf is valued for its unique flowers and its ability to adapt to a range of light conditions, making it suitable for various garden settings. It is often used in wildflower meadows, native plant gardens, and as an accent in borders due to its compact size and attractive blooms. This plant prefers well-drained soils and can tolerate drought once established, although it benefits from occasional watering during prolonged dry spells. While it is not commonly found in cultivation, it can be a charming addition to a garden that aims to include native species.CC BY-SA 4.0
Prairie Pleatleaf is valued for its unique flowers and its ability to adapt to a range of light conditions, making it suitable for various garden settings. It is often used in wildflower meadows, native plant gardens, and as an accent in borders due to its compact size and attractive blooms. This plant prefers well-drained soils and can tolerate drought once established, although it benefits from occasional watering during prolonged dry spells. While it is not commonly found in cultivation, it can be a charming addition to a garden that aims to include native species.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Herb
- Height: 0.4-0.8 feet
- Width: 0.4-0.8 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: Blue, Purple
- Flowering Season: Summer
- Leaf Retention: Deciduous
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
- Water: Low, Medium
- Drainage: Medium, Fast
Common Uses
Low Maintenance, Rock Garden, Showy Flowers
Natural Habitat
Native to prairies, open woodlands, and grasslands in the Southern United States, particularly Texas and Oklahoma
Other Names
Common Names: Prairie Celestial
Scientific Names: , Nemastylis geminiflora, Nemastylus geminiflora, Nemastylis acuta, Calydorea texana, Gelasine texana, Ixia acuta, Nemastylis texana,
GBIF Accepted Name: Nemastylis geminiflora Nutt.