Tristagma porrifolium - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
porrifolium
ID:
750702
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Poepp.) Traub
Source:
wcs
Year:
1963
Citation Micro:
Pl. Life 19: 61 (1963)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000750035
Common Names
- Tristagma Porrifolium
- Leek-leaved Tristagma
- Leek-leaved Onion
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tristagma porrifolium (also called leek-leaved tristagma, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It grows in dry, sunny habitats, and has long, narrow leaves and white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Tristagma porrifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and gastrointestinal issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tristagma porrifolium is a white to pink star-shaped flower with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tristagma porrifolium is a perennial, evergreen herbaceous plant that is native to South America. It is a low-growing plant that can reach up to 10 cm in height. It can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil and should be grown in partial shade. It should be watered regularly but not allowed to dry out completely. It should be fertilized every few weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Tristagma porrifolium
Tristagma porrifolium can be found in tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.
Tristagma porrifolium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tristagma porrifolium?
Tristagma porrifolium
What are the common names of Tristagma porrifolium?
Porcelain Lily, Peruvian Onion
Where does Tristagma porrifolium grow?
It is native to Peru and Bolivia.
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-290495: Based on the initial data import
Eduard Friedrich Poeppig (1798-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Poepp.' in the authors string.
Hamilton Paul Traub (1890-1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Traub' in the authors string.