Romulea sp.
Family: Iridaceae · Type: Perennial · Not Native
Romulea sp. is a non-native California perennial in the Iridaceae family.
How to tell it apart
vs Sisyrinchium: Romulea has round grooved leaves; Sisyrinchium has flat, grass-like leaves and flowers in clusters.; vs Crocus: Romulea has leaves round in cross-section; Crocus has flat leaves with white stripes down the center.; vs Hemerocallis: Romulea is under 4 inches tall; Hemerocallis is much larger with strap-like leaves and lily flowers.; vs Iris: Romulea has tiny solitary flowers under 4 inches; Iris is much larger with showy flowers and petal-like styles.; vs Sparaxis: Romulea has solitary flowers and round grooved leaves; Sparaxis has flower spikes and flat sword-like leaves.
Frequently asked questions
Is Romulea sp. native to California?
No. Romulea sp. is not native to California (recorded as not native).
What plant family does Romulea sp. belong to?
Romulea sp. is in the Iridaceae family, genus Romulea.
Related species
Other California species in the same genus, family, or bioregion.
Sources: Jepson eFlora · CalPhotos
Last updated 2026-04-14
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