Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
montana
ID:
745319

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vosa

Source:
wcs

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. (Rome) 34: 106 (1975 publ. 1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000744652



Common Names

  • Tulbaghia Montana
  • Tulbaghia
  • Montana


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Description

Tulbaghia montana (also called Mountain 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 montana is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Tulbaghia montana 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Tulbaghia montana 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 montana

Tulbaghia montana is native to South Africa.

Tulbaghia montana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tulbaghia montana?

Tulbaghia montana

What type of plant is Tulbaghia montana?

Herb

Where is Tulbaghia montana native to?

South Africa

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-289732: Based on the initial data import
Canio G. Vosa (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vosa' in the authors string.