Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
gracile
ID:
750337

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Phil.) Traub

Source:
wcs

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Pl. Life 19: 61 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749670



Common Names

  • Tristagma Gracile
  • Gracile Tristagma
  • Graceful Tristagma


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Description

Tristagma gracile (also called 'Graceful Onion', among many other common names) is a perennial herb with a single stem and a basal rosette of leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Tristagma gracile is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tristagma gracile has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tristagma gracile is a tender perennial, typically grown as an annual in the garden. It is best grown in rich, moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagate by seed or stem cuttings.

Where to Find Tristagma gracile

Tristagma gracile can be found in Mexico.

Tristagma gracile FAQ

What type of plant is Tristagma gracile?

Tristagma gracile is a perennial herb.

What is the natural habitat of Tristagma gracile?

Tristagma gracile is native to South America.

What are the blooming times of Tristagma gracile?

Tristagma gracile blooms in late spring and summer.

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-290450: Based on the initial data import
Rodolfo Amando Philippi (1808-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Phil.' in the authors string.
Hamilton Paul Traub (1890-1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Traub' in the authors string.