Belamcanda chinensis (L.) DC.
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Authority
Gleason, Henry A. & Cronquist, Arthur J. 1991. Manual of vascular plants of northeastern United States and adjacent Canada. lxxv + 910 pp.
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Family
Iridaceae
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Scientific Name
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Description
Species Description - Stem 3–6 dm, the fls cymose at the ends of the branches, lasting but a day; fls orange with crimson or purple spots and markings, 3–5 cm wide; capsule 2.5–3 × 1–2 cm; 2n=32. Native of Asia, well established as an escape from cult. in pastures, roadsides, thickets, and hillsides from Conn. to Nebr. and Ga. June, July. (Gemmingia c.)