African corn lily (Ixia maculata)

Pronunciation:	IX-ee-uh
Alternative botanical names:	none
Alternative common names:	none
Family:	Iridaceae
Native to:	South Africa
USDA zones:	10-11
Sunset zones:	5-24
Hardy to:	unknown
Exposure:	full sun
Water:	moderate during growing season
Height x width:	2' x 1'
Flowers in:	Spring
Colors:	white, pink
Fragrance:	none
Additional comments:	This is one of many South African bulbs that naturalize well in this area. It receives no water in the summer. Returns each winter during the rainy season.