Sinningia micans is one of several species within the Dircaea group of Sinningia, that has a conspicuous “galea” or hood. Others include species like S. cardinalis, cooperi, globulosa and iarae.
S. micans is also one of the species that produces a prominent above-ground tuber or “caudex” that can have as much decorative potential as the foliage and flowers.
Additional photos can be seen in a slideshow by clicking one of the links below:
- A close-up of the inflorescence structure, illustrating its branching nature
- The tuber of the plant above, planted somewhat deeper than the species would probably prefer
- A tuber of a different plant, illustrating the very substantial above-ground presence of the tubers in some species of Sinningia
