Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
calcaense
ID:
702453

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ravenna

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Onira 7: 61 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000701786



Common Names

  • Calcaense Nothoscordum
  • Calcaense False Garlic
  • Calcaense Star-of-Bethlehem


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Description

Nothoscordum calcaense (also called False Garlic, among many other common names) is an annual or perennial herb with small, linear leaves and a single, slender stem. It is native to North America, and can be found in dry, sandy or rocky soils, and in open woodlands and clearings.

Uses & Benefits

Nothoscordum calcaense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, stomach ache, and pain.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Nothoscordum calcaense has small, white, bell-shaped flowers that are borne in clusters at the top of the stem. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a smooth, shiny surface. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nothoscordum calcaense is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation from seed is best done in spring or early summer. Cuttings can be taken in late summer or early fall and rooted in moist soil.

Where to Find Nothoscordum calcaense

Nothoscordum calcaense is native to the southeastern United States, from Texas to Florida and north to North Carolina.

Nothoscordum calcaense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nothoscordum calcaense?

Nothoscordum calcaense

What is the common name of Nothoscordum calcaense?

Calca false garlic

What is the family of Nothoscordum calcaense?

Amaryllidaceae

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-282447: Based on the initial data import
Pierfelice Ravenna (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ravenna' in the authors string.