Tulbaghia pretoriensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pretoriensis
ID:
811204
Status:
valid
Authors:
Vosa & Condy
Source:
wcs
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Caryologia 59: 166 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000810538
Common Names
- Tulbaghia pretoriensis
- T. pretoriensis
- T. pretoriense
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tulbaghia pretoriensis (also called Pretoria Tulbaghia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It has long, thin leaves and small white flowers. It grows in dry, open areas.
Uses & Benefits
Tulbaghia pretoriensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as an ingredient in herbal teas and as a medicinal plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tulbaghia pretoriensis has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves with a central stem.
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Cultivation and propagation of Tulbaghia pretoriensis requires a warm, humid climate with temperatures ranging from 18-30°C. Propagation is usually done through division of the rhizomes. Plant the rhizomes in a well-draining soil mix and water regularly.
Where to Find Tulbaghia pretoriensis
Tulbaghia pretoriensis is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It can be found in the wild in the countries of Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia.
Tulbaghia pretoriensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tulbaghia pretoriensis?
Tulbaghia pretoriensis
What is the common name of Tulbaghia pretoriensis?
Pretoria Tulbaghia
What is the habitat of Tulbaghia pretoriensis?
It is found in dry, open areas, such as grasslands and chaparral.
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-348794: Based on the initial data import
Canio G. Vosa (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vosa' in the authors string.
Gillian Condy (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Condy' in the authors string.