Tulbaghia leucantha - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leucantha
ID:
745282
Status:
valid
Authors:
Baker
Source:
wcs
Year:
1897
Citation Micro:
Fl. Cap. 6: 404 (1897)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000744615
Common Names
- Leucantha Tulbaghia
- Tulbaghia Leucantha
- Tulbaghia of Leucanth
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- Tulbaghia dieterlenii E.Phillips [unknown]
Description
Tulbaghia leucantha (also called White Garlic, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Amaryllidaceae. It is native to South Africa. It typically grows in grassland and savanna.
Uses & Benefits
Tulbaghia leucantha is used in traditional medicine for treating digestive problems, as a diuretic, and for treating skin diseases. It is also used as a food flavoring and garnish.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tulbaghia leucantha is a white, star-shaped flower with six petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tulbaghia leucantha is a perennial herb that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can be propagated by seed or division. It is hardy in USDA zones 8-10.
Where to Find Tulbaghia leucantha
Tulbaghia leucantha can be found in the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa.
Tulbaghia leucantha FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tulbaghia leucantha?
Tulbaghia leucantha
What is the common name of Tulbaghia leucantha?
No common name
What is the natural habitat of Tulbaghia leucantha?
Tropical rainforest
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-289726: Based on the initial data import
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.