Ipheion uniflorum is a moderately common
garden plant that is occasionally established in reserves,
especially in urban areas. It smells distinctly of garlic, has erect
stalks each bearing a single flower a few cm across. The petals and
sepals are similar in size and shape, are pale blue or white with a darker
central stripe. The leaves are typically 10-20 cm long, and 5-10 mm
wide. It grows in clumps from bulbs. |