Status:
valid
Authors:
Ravenna
Source:
wcs
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Onira 9: 54 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000752708
Common Names
- Nutans Tree
- Nothoscordum Tree
- Nutans Mahogany Tree
Description
Nothoscordum nutans (also called Nodding False Garlic, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Amaryllidaceae family. It is native to Chile and is found in grassland and shrubland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Nothoscordum nutans is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also known to attract bees and butterflies.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Nothoscordum nutans has white flowers with yellowish-green stripes and a star-shaped seed capsule. The seedlings are small and have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Nothoscordum nutans is a bulbous perennial plant native to South Africa. It is easy to grow in well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or division of the bulbs in early spring.
Where to Find Nothoscordum nutans
Nothoscordum nutans is native to South America and can be found in dry, sunny areas.
Nothoscordum nutans FAQ
What is the scientific name of Nothoscordum nutans?
Nothoscordum nutans
What is the common name of Nothoscordum nutans?
Drooping False Garlic
What is the natural habitat of Nothoscordum nutans?
Open woods, thickets, and roadsides in Cuba
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,