

Grass lily
Botanical name: Caesia
Grass lily
Botanical name: Caesia


Description

Grass lily is a genus of herbs in the family Asphodelaceae, subfamily Hemerocallidoideae, native to Australia, New Guinea, Madagascar and Southern Africa. The mostly 3-lobed seed capsules contain rounded black seeds.


Species of Grass lily


Pale grass lily
Pale grass lily is a genus of herbs in the family Asphodelaceae, subfamily Hemerocallidoideae, native to Australia, New Guinea, Madagascar and Southern Africa. The mostly 3-lobed seed capsules contain rounded black seeds.

Blue grass lily
Blue grass lily is a genus of herbs in the family Asphodelaceae, subfamily Hemerocallidoideae, native to Australia, New Guinea, Madagascar and Southern Africa. The mostly 3-lobed seed capsules contain rounded black seeds.

Blue grass lily
Blue grass lily (Caesia contorta) is a perennial flowering plant that finds its origin in South Africa. The literal meaning of caesia from its Latin name translates to 'bluish-grey,' characterizing the flower's color. The petals of its flowers twist during the withering phase. The plant is primarily found on flats and sandstone slopes.

Care Guide for Grass lily





Scientific Classification

Phylum
Vascular plants Class
Monocotyledons Order
Asparagus and allies Family
Asphodel Genus
Grass lily