Tulbaghia macrocarpa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macrocarpa
ID:
745347
Status:
valid
Authors:
Vosa
Source:
wcs
Year:
1977
Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. (Rome) 34: 84 (1975 publ. 1977)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000744680
Common Names
- Tulbaghia macrocarpa
- Large-fruited Tulbaghia
- Large-fruited Society Garlic
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tulbaghia macrocarpa (also called Large-fruited Garlic, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has long, narrow leaves and produces clusters of white, star-shaped flowers. It is found in dry grassland, woodlands, and rocky outcrops.
Uses & Benefits
Tulbaghia macrocarpa is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Tulbaghia macrocarpa flower has 5 white petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tulbaghia macrocarpa is a hardy, drought-tolerant perennial that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Tulbaghia macrocarpa
Tulbaghia macrocarpa is native to South Africa.
Tulbaghia macrocarpa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tulbaghia macrocarpa?
Tulbaghia macrocarpa
What type of plant is Tulbaghia macrocarpa?
Herb
Where is Tulbaghia macrocarpa native to?
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-289735: Based on the initial data import
Canio G. Vosa (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vosa' in the authors string.