Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
alliacea
ID:
750045

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1782

Citation Micro:
Suppl. Pl. : 193 (1782)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749378



Common Names

  • Alliacea Tulbaghia
  • Alliace Tulbaghia
  • Alliace Bush Tulbaghia


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Synonyms

  • Omentaria alliacea (L.f.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Tulbaghia inodora Gaertn. [unknown]
  • Tulbaghia narcissifolia Salisb. [unknown]
  • Tulbaghia brachystemma Kunth [unknown]
  • Tulbaghia affinis Link [unknown]
  • Tulbaghia narcissiflora Salisb. [unknown]

Description

Tulbaghia alliacea (also called Garlic-scented Tulbaghia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to South Africa. It is a small to medium-sized herb, growing up to 1 m tall. It is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Tulbaghia alliacea is an ornamental plant that is used in landscaping and gardens. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tulbaghia alliacea has white flowers with yellow centers and long, thin seed pods. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have thin, green stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tulbaghia alliacea is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 0°C. It can be pruned to maintain its shape.

Where to Find Tulbaghia alliacea

Tulbaghia alliacea is native to South Africa and can be found in the grasslands of the Eastern Cape.

Tulbaghia alliacea FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Tulbaghia alliacea?

Tulbaghia alliacea prefers full sun and well-drained soils.

What is the average height of Tulbaghia alliacea?

Tulbaghia alliacea typically grows to a height of 1-2 feet.

What type of soil does Tulbaghia alliacea prefer?

Tulbaghia alliacea prefers well-drained soils.

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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