Ferraria crispa
Scientific name
Ferraria crispa
Common name
Black Flag
Family
Iridaceae
Priority
High
Plant description
A serious perennial weed of the Iris family. Spreading rapidly in Cottesloe. Native to South Africa. It is spread by corms, seeds and rhizomes. The lower leaves are sword shaped. Flowering in spring, the black ruffled flowers are carrion scented which attract flies.
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