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January 1, 2006 : Crocosmia masoniorum
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Keywords: Iridaceae | Crocosmia masoniorum (L. Bol.) N.E. Br. | 32704-558-1996
Like all crocosmias, swan crocosmia is native to southern Africa. I suggest reading the excellent account on Crocosmia masoniorum by the South African National Biodiversity Institute for more information.
On behalf of the researchers and staff at UBC Botanical Garden, best wishes to you for 2006!
Photography resource link: For inspiration, photographs of Virginia and West Virginia by Ian J. Plant.
Posted by Daniel Mosquin at January 1, 2006 3:08 AM
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Posted by: Patricia at January 1, 2006 7:26 AM
Crocosmia masoniorum - Z6 - RHS Index of Garden Plants, Griffiths
Crocosmia masoniorum - Z7-9 - A-Z Encyclopedia of Garden Plants, Brickell, Cole, Zuk
Happy New Year! Thank you for Botany Photo of the Day.
Posted by: Beverley at January 1, 2006 9:03 AM
This is one of my favourite plants. It is very beautiful and I would like to see it in the trade. Happy New Year
Posted by: judy newton at January 1, 2006 4:37 PM
PLANT LOCATOR - WESTERN REGION sourcebook lists 6 suppliers.
Posted by: Ron B at January 1, 2006 7:42 PM
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A gorgeous plant to start the New Year right. Happy New year to all and thank you again for the wonderful pictures and all the explanations. Signed, a grateful student.