Crinum bulbispermum (Amaryllidaceae)

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Crinum bulbispermum
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The Crinum bulbispermum plant species is found in S. Africa - S. Transvaal and N. Natal. It is a member of the Amaryllidaceae family. Some home gardeners know the variety as C. longifolium. C. capense.

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Latin Name:  Crinum bulbispermum
Family:  Amaryllidaceae
Author:  (Burm.)Milne-Redh.&Shweick.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  1   Mature Width:  0.6

Habitat:  Seasonal pools, marshes and the banks of rivers[90].

Edible Uses: Root?? A number of species in this genus have edible bulbs. Although no records have been seen for this species, it is fairly hardy in Britain and the root can be as large as a football. It is worthy of investigation[K].

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