Tulbaghia friesii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
friesii
ID:
745146
Status:
valid
Authors:
Suess.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1951
Citation Micro:
Trans. Rhodesia Sci. Assoc. 43: 76 (1951)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000744479
Common Names
- Tulbaghia friesii
- Fries' garlic
- Fries' onion
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tulbaghia friesii (also called Fries' Society Garlic, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It has narrow, linear leaves and white flowers. It is found in grasslands and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Tulbaghia friesii is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and pain. It is also used as an anti-inflammatory and to treat digestive disorders.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tulbaghia friesii 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 friesii is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. The herb should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.
Where to Find Tulbaghia friesii
Tulbaghia friesii is native to South Africa, and can be found in grasslands, woodlands, and along roadsides.
Tulbaghia friesii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tulbaghia friesii?
Tulbaghia friesii
What is the family of Tulbaghia friesii?
Amaryllidaceae
Where is Tulbaghia friesii 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-289707: Based on the initial data import
Karl Suessenguth (1893-1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Suess.' in the authors string.