Tulbaghia cernua - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cernua
ID:
745189
Status:
valid
Authors:
Fisch., C.A.Mey. & Avé-Lall.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1844
Citation Micro:
Index Seminum (LE, Petropolitanus) 9(Suppl.): 25 (1844)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000744522
Common Names
- Tulbaghia cernua
- Nodding Tulbaghia
- Nodding Society-Garlic
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- Tulbaghia campanulata N.E.Br. [unknown]
Description
Tulbaghia cernua (also called Nodding Garlic, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It grows in moist and shady habitats, forming dense mats of foliage.
Uses & Benefits
Tulbaghia cernua is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tulbaghia cernua is a yellow, 5-lobed corolla with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tulbaghia cernua is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It can be propagated by seed or by division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and should be watered regularly during the growing season. It can be propagated by cuttings in the spring or summer.
Where to Find Tulbaghia cernua
Tulbaghia cernua can be found in Central and South America.
Tulbaghia cernua FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tulbaghia cernua?
Tulbaghia cernua
What is the habitat of Tulbaghia cernua?
Dry rocky slopes and limestone cliffs
What is the flowering period of Tulbaghia cernua?
April to June
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-289713: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Ernst Ludwig von Fischer (1782-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fisch.' in the authors string.
Carl Anton von Meyer (1795-1855): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.A.Mey.' in the authors string.
Julius Léopold Eduard Avé-Lallemant (1803-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Avé-Lall.' in the authors string.