Description:
Eucomis montana is a unique perennial from the Drakensberg Mountains in South Africa, known for its dense spike of greenish flowers topped with green bracts. This plant features a basal rosette of strap-shaped leaves with purple spots and can grow up to 15 inches tall. It thrives in grasslands on rocky hillsides and is rare in cultivation, potentially offering frost-hardiness. The flowers are pure white with a brown or black central ovary, making it a striking addition to any garden. Eucomis montana is a tetraploid species, meaning it has four sets of chromosomes, and it was first described in 1967. It contains homoisoflavanone in its bulbs, a compound of interest for its potential medicinal properties. This plant is threatened in its native habitat, making conservation efforts important for its survival. It is suitable for gardens that mimic its natural environment, such as rock gardens or dry shade areas.
Sources:
- [1] Eucomis montana: Plant Delights. Visit Source
- [2] Eucomis montana: Wikipedia. Visit Source
- [3] Eucomis montana: Plant Delights. Visit Source
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