Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
nivale
ID:
750284

Status:
valid

Authors:
Poepp.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1833

Citation Micro:
Fragm. Syn. Pl. : 9 (1833)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749617



Common Names

  • Tristagma nivale
  • Nivale Tristagma
  • Tristagma Nivale


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Synonyms

  • Ipheion nivale (Poepp.) Traub [unknown]
  • Milla nivalis (Poepp.) Baker [unknown]
  • Tristagma eremophilum Speg. [unknown]
  • Tristagma nivale angustifolia Neger in Dusén [unknown]
  • Brodiaea nivalis Baker [unknown]

Description

Tristagma nivale (also called Snow Tristagma, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Andes. It has ovate-lanceolate leaves and white or pink flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, often in forests.

Uses & Benefits

Tristagma nivale is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used to make wreaths and other decorations. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat fever, headache, and other ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Tristagma nivale for. australe (Neger ex Dusén) Ravenna
Tristagma nivale for. nivale

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tristagma nivale is a white or pinkish-white tubular flower, with four petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tristagma nivale is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in spring or early summer. Cuttings can also be taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Tristagma nivale

Tristagma nivale can be found in the temperate forests of the United States.

Tristagma nivale FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tristagma nivale?

Tristagma nivale

What is the natural habitat of Tristagma nivale?

It is native to the Andes Mountains of South America.

What are the common uses of Tristagma nivale?

It is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

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,

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