Tulbaghia nutans - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nutans
ID:
745297
Status:
valid
Authors:
Vosa
Source:
wcs
Year:
1977
Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. (Rome) 34: 82 (1975 publ. 1977)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000744630
Common Names
- Nutans Tulbaghia
- Tulbaghia Nutans
- Nutans Tulbaghia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tulbaghia nutans (also called Nodding 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, nodding flowers. It is found in dry grassland, woodlands, and rocky outcrops.
Uses & Benefits
Tulbaghia nutans 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 nutans 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 nutans 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 nutans
Tulbaghia nutans is found in the grasslands of South Africa.
Tulbaghia nutans FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tulbaghia nutans?
Tulbaghia nutans
What type of plant is Tulbaghia nutans?
Herb
Where is Tulbaghia nutans 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-289729: Based on the initial data import
Canio G. Vosa (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vosa' in the authors string.