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Plant Care
Baboon flower
(Babiana nervosa)
Also Known As
Baboon flower, Nervous babiana
About This Plant
Babiana nervosa is a species of flowering plant in the family Iridaceae, native to South Africa. It grows from a corm and produces erect stems up to 30cm tall with narrow, grass-like leaves and spikes of fragrant, violet-blue flowers in spring.
Plant Care Instructions
Outdoor Size Range
6-12 inches (15-30 cm)
Light Requirements
Babiana nervosa prefers full sun to partial shade. It requires at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day.
Humidity Needs
It prefers moderate humidity levels.
Fertilizing Schedule
A balanced fertilizer can be applied once a month during the growing season.
Pruning Guidelines
Dead flowers and leaves should be removed regularly to promote new growth.
Common Pests and Diseases
Babiana nervosa is generally pest-free but can be susceptible to aphids and spider mites.
Indoor Size Range
Not suitable for indoor growth
Watering Schedule
It requires moderate watering during its growing season, which is from fall to spring. The soil should be kept moist but not waterlogged. During the dormant season, watering should be reduced.
Temperature Range
Babiana nervosa prefers moderate temperatures ranging from 50-75°F (10-24°C). It can tolerate some frost but should be protected from extreme cold.
Growing Season
Fall to spring
Growing Difficulty Level
Babiana nervosa is moderately difficult to grow. It requires specific growing conditions and can be sensitive to overwatering and extreme temperatures.
USDA Hardiness Zones
7-10
Did You Know?
The Baboon Flower gets its name from the fact that baboons have been known to dig up and eat the corms of this plant species in the wild.
