Tulbaghia capensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
capensis
ID:
745219
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1771
Citation Micro:
Mant. Pl. : 223 (1771)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000744552
Common Names
- Capensis Tulbaghia
- Tulbaghia Capensis
- Capensis Tulbaghia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tulbaghia capensis (also called Cape garlic, among many other common names) is a small perennial herb native to South Africa. It has an upright habit and grows to about 10-15 cm tall. Its leaves are lanceolate, light green and glossy. It grows in grasslands and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Tulbaghia capensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used to make traditional medicines and as a source of food.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Tulbaghia capensis flower is a star-shaped flower with white petals. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are small and thin with green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tulbaghia capensis is a perennial herb that can reach up to 1 m in height. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and treated with a rooting hormone before being planted in a well-drained potting mix.
Where to Find Tulbaghia capensis
Tulbaghia capensis is native to South Africa. It is found in the grasslands of the Western and Eastern Cape Provinces.
Tulbaghia capensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tulbaghia capensis?
Tulbaghia capensis
What is the common name of Tulbaghia capensis?
Cape Tulbaghia
Where is Tulbaghia capensis found?
It is found in South Africa
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-289716: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.