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Freesia xhybrida L.H. Bail. is the name used for hybrids derived from several species. Many cultivars in both single and double forms exist. Freesias are native to South Africa.

 
Freesia hybrid, single flowered cultivar
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Freesia hybrid, double flowered cultivar
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Freesia xhybrida 'White Shades'
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