Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
coddii
ID:
745183

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vosa & R.B.Burb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. (Rome) 34: 104 (1975 publ. 1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000744516



Common Names

  • Tulbaghia coddii
  • Codd's garlic
  • Codd's onion


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Synonyms

  • Tulbaghia poetica R.B.Burb. [unknown]

Description

Tulbaghia coddii (also called Codd's 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 coddii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tulbaghia coddii 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Tulbaghia coddii 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 coddii

Tulbaghia coddii can be found in Central and South America.

Tulbaghia coddii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tulbaghia coddii?

Tulbaghia coddii

What is the habitat of Tulbaghia coddii?

Dry rocky slopes and limestone cliffs

What is the flowering period of Tulbaghia coddii?

April to June

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-289712: Based on the initial data import
Robert Brinsley Burbidge (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.B.Burb.' in the authors string.
Canio G. Vosa (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vosa' in the authors string.