Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
bivalve
ID:
699928

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Britton

Source:
wcs

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Ill. Fl. N. U.S. 1: 415 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000699261



Common Names

  • Bivalve Nothoscordum
  • Nothoscordum bivalve
  • Two-valved Nothoscordum


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Synonyms

  • Milla subbiflora (Colla) Baker [unknown]
  • Nothoscordum striatellum (Lindl.) Kunth [unknown]
  • Ornithogalum gramineum Sims [illegitimate]
  • Ornithogalum bivalve L. [unknown]
  • Ornithogalum pulchellum Salisb. [unknown]
  • Oligosma bivalvis (L.) Salisb. [unknown]
  • Triteleia berteroi Kunth [unknown]
  • Allium bivalve (L.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Allium canadense Michx. [illegitimate]
  • Allium flavescens Poepp. ex Kunth [unknown]
  • Allium striatum Jacq. [unknown]
  • Allium subbiflorum Colla [unknown]
  • Brodiaea berteroi Fuentes [unknown]
  • Brodiaea subbiflora Baker [unknown]
  • Geboscon bivalve (L.) House [unknown]
  • Allium geminatum Raf. [unknown]
  • Nothoscordum gramineum (Sims) P.Beauv. [unknown]
  • Brodiaea aurea Benth. & Hook.f. [unknown]

Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Nothoscordum bivalve 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Nothoscordum bivalve var. nanum (Griseb.) Guagl.
Nothoscordum bivalve var. bivalve

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Nothoscordum bivalve 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 bivalve is a bulbous perennial that grows in well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a cold frame. Division should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Nothoscordum bivalve

Nothoscordum bivalve can be found in the United States.

Nothoscordum bivalve FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nothoscordum bivalve?

Nothoscordum bivalve

What is the natural habitat of Nothoscordum bivalve?

Grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands

What are the common names of Nothoscordum bivalve?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-282211: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.