What is a fortnightly Lily?
14 -day lilies or diet of iridioides is the kind of dietes. This was previously classified in the family Morea, but this has changed because of the ability of this kind to reproduce with rhizomes. Rhizomes are fibrous tendrils that spread from the plant underground. He regularly shoots from a rhizome to create a new plant above the surface.
The 14 -day lilies are originally from Africa and is therefore commonly called African Iris. Although endemic to Africa, where it still grows in abundance in the wild, the plant has been introduced in many parts of the world and is a very popular garden. Despite its popularity, the fortnight Lily can prove to be problematic in gardens because it spreads and grows rapidly. Its ability to reproduce through seeds or rhizomes can make it difficult to control this plant, as it spreads and growth among other plants such as pink shrubs, and then it becomes difficult to remove it without damaging other plants. Although the plant can tolerate a period of small water, strong sentencesRes and even frost temperatures, it should be noted that it will not tolerate excessive watering. Leaves of a fortnightly lily are still green and grow long, hard, dark green leaves similar to swords that are built in the shape of a fan.
flower stems can grow to 4 feet (1.2 m) in optimal conditions and produce flowers sequence. Flowers, once in flowering, usually last only one day. To reduce the ability of a 14 -day lily to reproduce, it is advisable to remove dead flowers before they dry up and produce seeds that differ with the wind and germinate.
The 14 -day lilies are toxic and can cause stomach pain, vomiting and the course of the handling of plants may cause skin irritation and skin irritation. It is therefore important that one immediately wash his hands after manipulating this plant. Traditionally, despite the toxicity of the plant, in parts of Africa the plant was prepared and used toTreatment of conditions such as consideration, to reduce menstrual pain and to assist in childbirth. Parts of the plant are also used as infusions in tonic for goats. The roots or rhizomes are usually part used for medicinal purposes, but the use of any part of a fortnightly lily for medicinal purposes should never try if an experienced healer.