Tulbaghia cominsii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cominsii
ID:
745175
Status:
valid
Authors:
Vosa
Source:
wcs
Year:
1979
Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot. 45: 128 (1979)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000744508
Common Names
- Tulbaghia cominsii
- Comins' garlic
- Comins' onion
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tulbaghia cominsii (also called Comins' 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 cominsii is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tulbaghia cominsii has white, star-shaped flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have thin, bright green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tulbaghia cominsii is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It is also tolerant of salt and wind.
Where to Find Tulbaghia cominsii
Tulbaghia cominsii is native to South Africa and can be found in subtropical climates.
Tulbaghia cominsii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tulbaghia cominsii?
Tulbaghia cominsii
What is the habitat of Tulbaghia cominsii?
Dry rocky slopes and limestone cliffs
What is the flowering period of Tulbaghia cominsii?
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-289711: Based on the initial data import
Canio G. Vosa (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vosa' in the authors string.