Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
tenera
ID:
763320

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
wcs

Year:
1888

Citation Micro:
Handb. Amaryll. : 112 (1888)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000762653



Common Names

  • Caliphruria Tenera
  • Tenera Caliphruria
  • Soft Caliphruria


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Description

Caliphruria tenera (also called Delicate Caliphruria, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with white flowers. It is native to tropical and subtropical Asia, from India to China, and is found in moist forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Caliphruria tenera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in the treatment of fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Caliphruria tenera is white or cream-colored with yellow or orange markings. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Caliphruria tenera can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts.

Where to Find Caliphruria tenera

Caliphruria tenera can be found in South Africa.

Caliphruria tenera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Caliphruria tenera?

Caliphruria tenera

What is the common name of Caliphruria tenera?

Tender Caliphruria

What is the habitat of Caliphruria tenera?

Caliphruria tenera is found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America.

Species in the Amaryllidaceae family

Acis autumnalis, Acis longifolia, Acis rosea, Acis trichophylla, Acis fabrei, Acis nicaeensis, Acis tingitana, Acis trichophylla, Acis valentina, Acis ionica, Agapanthus africanus, Agapanthus campanulatus, Agapanthus caulescens, Agapanthus coddii, Agapanthus inapertus, Agapanthus praecox, Agapanthus walshii, Allium aaseae, Allium abramsii, Allium acidoides, Allium aciphyllum, Allium acuminatum, Allium acutiflorum, Allium aegilicum, Allium affine, Allium afghanicum, Allium aflatunense, Allium agrigentinum, Allium akaka, Allium alabasicum, Allium alaicum, Allium albiflorum, Allium albotunicatum, Allium albovianum, Allium alexandrae, Allium alexeianum, Allium alibile, Allium alpinarii, Allium altaicum, Allium altissimum, Allium altyncolicum, Allium amethystinum, Allium ampeloprasum, Allium amphibolum, Allium amplectens, Allium anacoleum, Allium anatolicum, Allium anceps, Allium angulosum, Allium anisopodium,

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