Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
andicola
ID:
699938

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunth

Source:
wcs

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. 4: 463 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000699271



Common Names

  • Andicola Nothoscordum
  • Nothoscordum andicola
  • Andean Nothoscordum


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Synonyms

  • Allium bivalve andicola (Kunth) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Milla andicola (Kunth) Baker [unknown]
  • Allium andicola (Kunth) Regel [unknown]

Description

Nothoscordum andicola (also called Andean False Garlic, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Andes. It grows in disturbed soils, grasslands, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Nothoscordum andicola is used as an ornamental plant and can be grown in gardens and pots. It is also used as a medicinal plant and is known for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Nothoscordum andicola are small and white, with four petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nothoscordum andicola is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows from a rhizome. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by division of the rhizome in spring or by seed in autumn or spring.

Where to Find Nothoscordum andicola

Nothoscordum andicola can be found in the mountains of central and southern Chile.

Nothoscordum andicola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nothoscordum andicola?

Nothoscordum andicola

What is the natural habitat of Nothoscordum andicola?

Grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands

What are the common names of Nothoscordum andicola?

False garlic, crow poison

Species in the Nothoscordum genus

Nothoscordum mahui, Nothoscordum nudum, Nothoscordum pulchellum, Nothoscordum montevidense, Nothoscordum ostenii, Nothoscordum nublense, Nothoscordum nudicaule, Nothoscordum gracile, Nothoscordum setaceum, Nothoscordum serenense, Nothoscordum scabridulum, Nothoscordum vittatum, Nothoscordum vernum, Nothoscordum modestum, Nothoscordum patricium, Nothoscordum clevelandicum, Nothoscordum ipacarainum, Nothoscordum curvipes, Nothoscordum basalticum, Nothoscordum portoalegrense, Nothoscordum tibaginum, Nothoscordum correntinum, Nothoscordum leptogynum, Nothoscordum conostylum, Nothoscordum pachyrhizum, Nothoscordum paradoxum, Nothoscordum bahiense, Nothoscordum sengesianum, Nothoscordum bivalve, Nothoscordum andicola, Nothoscordum arenarium, Nothoscordum balaenense, Nothoscordum bonariense, Nothoscordum gaudichaudianum, Nothoscordum exile, Nothoscordum borbonicum, Nothoscordum capivarinum, Nothoscordum dialystemon, Nothoscordum boliviense, Nothoscordum entrerianum, Nothoscordum moconense, Nothoscordum ibiramense, Nothoscordum demissum, Nothoscordum achalense, Nothoscordum stenandrum, Nothoscordum uruguaianum, Nothoscordum tenuifolium, Nothoscordum collinum, Nothoscordum subtile, Nothoscordum rigidiscapum,

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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