Tristagma poeppigianum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
poeppigianum
ID:
750765
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Gay) Traub
Source:
wcs
Year:
1963
Citation Micro:
Pl. Life 19: 61 (1963)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000750098
Common Names
- Tristagma poeppigianum
- Poeppigianum Tristagma
- Poeppigianum Tristagma
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tristagma poeppigianum (also called 'Poeppig Tristagma', among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb native to the Andes Mountains in South America. It has bright green leaves and small, white, bell-shaped flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas and is often found growing on rocks or in crevices.
Uses & Benefits
Tristagma poeppigianum is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tristagma poeppigianum has small, white flowers and round, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tristagma poeppigianum is a semi-hardy perennial that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated by division or from seed. Division should be done in the spring or summer, while seeds should be sown in the fall. It prefers a well-drained soil and should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Tristagma poeppigianum
Tristagma poeppigianum can be found in the Andes Mountains of Peru.
Tristagma poeppigianum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tristagma poeppigianum?
Tristagma poeppigianum
What is the natural habitat of Tristagma poeppigianum?
It is native to Central and South America.
What is the flowering period of Tristagma poeppigianum?
It flowers in the summer.
Species in the Tristagma genus
Tristagma staminosum, Tristagma atreucoense, Tristagma nahuelhuapinum, Tristagma sociale, Tristagma malalhuense, Tristagma fragrans, Tristagma lineatum, Tristagma anemophilum, Tristagma ameghinoi, Tristagma patagonicum, Tristagma nivale, Tristagma bivalve, Tristagma graminifolium, Tristagma gracile, Tristagma circinatum, Tristagma porrifolium, Tristagma violaceum, Tristagma poeppigianum, Tristagma lomarum, Tristagma yauriense, Tristagma berteri, Tristagma berteroi,
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-290504: Based on the initial data import
Claude Ray (1800-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gay' in the authors string.
Hamilton Paul Traub (1890-1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Traub' in the authors string.