Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
borbonicum
ID:
700504

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunth

Source:
wcs

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. 4: 462 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000699837



Common Names

  • Borbonicum Nothoscordum
  • Nothoscordum Borbonicum
  • Bourbon Nothoscordum


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Synonyms

  • Milla borbonica (Kunth) Baker [unknown]
  • Nothoscordum nidulans Phil. [unknown]
  • Allium fragrans Bojer [unknown]

Description

Nothoscordum borbonicum (also called Bourbon False Garlic, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant with a basal rosette of oblanceolate leaves and a single, erect stem. It is native to South America and typically grows in moist meadows, bogs, and wetland margins.

Uses & Benefits

Nothoscordum borbonicum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Nothoscordum borbonicum has white flowers with yellow centers. Seed: The seeds are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings are slender and have a white stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nothoscordum borbonicum is a small, perennial herb that grows in dry, sunny areas. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from the stem tips and placed in a moist potting mix. The plant should be kept in a sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Nothoscordum borbonicum

Nothoscordum borbonicum can be found in South America.

Nothoscordum borbonicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nothoscordum borbonicum?

Nothoscordum borbonicum

What are the common names of Nothoscordum borbonicum?

False garlic, false garlic

What is the habitat of Nothoscordum borbonicum?

Nothoscordum borbonicum is found in grassy areas, open woods, and other sunny habitats

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

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