Moraea villosa
Family: Iridaceae
Common name: PEACOCK MORAEA
Native to: South Africa
Plant
Type: perennial
Forms: erect, tufted
Max height: 1.3 feet
Max width: 1.3 feet
Flower
magenta/purple, orange, pink, violet, white/off white
Leaf
green
Horticulture
Attracts wildlife: specific butterfly species
Exposure: light shade
Propagates by: seed
flowers in spring
Soil type: well drained
USDA Zone: zone 9 to +20 f
Temp. range: +20 to +30 °F
Water: dry, regular
Butterflies that feed on this plant