Freesia caryophyllacea, commonly known as Fragrant Kammetjie, is a species of flowering plant in the iris family, Iridaceae, native to South Africa. This cormous perennial is renowned for its intensely fragrant, clove-scented flowers.
Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Fragrant Kammetjie (Freesia caryophyllacea)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Asparagales |
| Family | Iridaceae |
| Genus | Freesia |
| Species | Freesia caryophyllacea |
Similar in genus Freesia
