Nothoscordum pernambucanum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pernambucanum
ID:
702699
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ravenna
Source:
wcs
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Onira 7: 44 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000702032
Common Names
- Pernambuco Nothoscordum
- Pernambucanum Nothoscordum
- Pernambucanum False Foxglove
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Nothoscordum pernambucanum (also called Pernambuco False Garlic, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the southwestern United States and Mexico. It is found in dry, open habitats, such as grasslands, scrublands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Nothoscordum pernambucanum is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and stomach problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Nothoscordum pernambucanum has white flowers with yellow centers and a sweet fragrance. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Nothoscordum pernambucanum is a perennial plant that is native to the eastern United States. It is hardy in USDA zones 4-9 and prefers full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in the spring and the plants should be spaced 12-18 inches apart. The soil should be well-drained and kept moist. Fertilize the plants in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Nothoscordum pernambucanum
Nothoscordum pernambucanum is native to Brazil.
Nothoscordum pernambucanum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Nothoscordum pernambucanum?
Nothoscordum pernambucanum
What type of plant is Nothoscordum pernambucanum?
Herbaceous perennial
What is the natural habitat of Nothoscordum pernambucanum?
Grasslands and open woodlands
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-282470: Based on the initial data import
Pierfelice Ravenna (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ravenna' in the authors string.