Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
berteri
ID:
1073519

Status:
valid

Authors:
Phil

Source:
tro

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001072857



Common Names

  • Bertero's Tristagma
  • Tristagma berteri
  • Bertero Tristagma


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Description

Tristagma berteri (also called 'Berter's Tristagma', among many other common names) is a bulbous perennial plant native to South America. It has narrow, linear leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Tristagma berteri is a flowering plant that can be used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It can also be used to attract beneficial insects such as bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tristagma berteri is a white or yellow color and has a single, six-petaled star-shaped corolla. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tristagma berteri is a perennial bulb that is native to South America. It can be propagated from offsets or from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and allowed to dry out between waterings. It is not frost tolerant and should be protected from cold temperatures.

Where to Find Tristagma berteri

Tristagma berteri can be found in the dry grasslands of South Africa.

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