Cormous, perennial, herb, 0.18-0.5 m high. Fl. yellow & orange & red & brown, Aug to Oct or Dec. Loam.
General Biology. Growth form. Geophyte. Life form. Corm. Reproduction. Seed. Fire response. Generally survives fire.
Additional information. Origin. South Africa. History of use/introduction. Garden escape.
Suggested method of management and control. Spot spray metsulfuron methyl 0.2 g/15 L + Pulse® (or 2.5 - 5g/ha + Pulse®). Read the manufacturers' labels and material safety data sheets before using herbicides. For further information consult the Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority to determine the status of permits for your situation or state.
Calendar Type | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Comments |
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Dormant | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | ||||||||
Active Growth | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | ||||||
Flowering | Y | Y | Y | ||||||||||
Fruiting | Y | Y | Y | ||||||||||
Optimum Treatment | Y | Y |
Legend: Y = Yes, regularly, O = Occasionally, U = Uncertain, referred by others but not confirmed.