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UK Montbretia

Herb Icon Naturalized Flower    
Image of Montbretia
Crocosmia x crocosmiiflora
Family: Iridaceae

Flower Properties

Property Value
English Name Montbretia
Scientific Name Crocosmia x crocosmiiflora
Main Color Red
Plant Type Herb Icon Herb
Distribution Naturalized Flower Naturalized
Flowering Jul - Oct
Image Crocosmia-001
Photographer DP
Location Found Kenfig NR
Country Found UK

Flower Details

Description

Montbretia is a hybrid plant known for its bright, trumpet-shaped orange flowers that bloom along arching stems. The plant has sword-like green leaves and can grow up to 1 metre tall. It is often found in gardens and wild areas, forming dense clumps.

Distribution

Native to South Africa, Montbretia has become naturalised in parts of Europe, particularly in the UK and Ireland, where it can often be found in hedgerows and along roadsides.

Medicinal/Other Uses

— No significant medicinal uses.

Edibility

Inedible - not considered safe for human consumption.

Human Toxicity
Non_Toxic

Non Toxic - no known harmful effects on humans.

Pet Toxicity Pet Toxicity

Non Toxic - no known harmful effects on pets.

Active Compounds

None known.

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