Tulbaghia aequinoctialis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aequinoctialis
ID:
749985
Status:
valid
Authors:
Welw. ex Baker
Source:
wcs
Year:
1878
Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London, Bot. 1: 246 (1878)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749318
Common Names
- Tulbaghia Aequinoctialis
- Aequinoctialis Tulbaghia
- Aequinoctialis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tulbaghia aequinoctialis (also called Spring Starflower, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to South Africa and is found in grasslands and rocky slopes. It has long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Tulbaghia aequinoctialis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headache, and stomachache.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Tulbaghia aequinoctialis sub. monantha (Engl. & Gilg) R.B.Burb.Tulbaghia aequinoctialis sub. aequinoctialis
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tulbaghia aequinoctialis has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single stem with small, pointed leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tulbaghia aequinoctialis is a perennial evergreen shrub that grows in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated from stem cuttings or seeds. Stem cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not soggy.
Where to Find Tulbaghia aequinoctialis
Tulbaghia aequinoctialis is native to South Africa and can be found in the grasslands of the Eastern Cape.
Tulbaghia aequinoctialis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tulbaghia aequinoctialis?
Tulbaghia aequinoctialis
What is the family of Tulbaghia aequinoctialis?
Amaryllidaceae
What is the natural habitat of Tulbaghia aequinoctialis?
Grasslands
Species in the Tulbaghia genus
Tulbaghia cameronii, Tulbaghia violacea, Tulbaghia galpinii, Tulbaghia friesii, Tulbaghia luebbertiana, Tulbaghia cominsii, Tulbaghia coddii, Tulbaghia cernua, Tulbaghia capensis, Tulbaghia dregeana, Tulbaghia verdoornia, Tulbaghia transvaalensis, Tulbaghia tenuior, Tulbaghia simmleri, Tulbaghia rhodesica, Tulbaghia leucantha, Tulbaghia ludwigiana, Tulbaghia nutans, Tulbaghia natalensis, Tulbaghia montana, Tulbaghia macrocarpa, Tulbaghia aequinoctialis, Tulbaghia acutiloba, Tulbaghia alliacea, Tulbaghia calcarea, Tulbaghia pretoriensis, Tulbaghia maritima, Tulbaghia siebertii,
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-290392: Based on the initial data import
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Friedrich Welwitsch (1806-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Welw.' in the authors string.