Tulbaghia tenuior - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tenuior
ID:
745251
Status:
valid
Authors:
K.Krause & Dinter
Source:
wcs
Year:
1910
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 45: 141 (1910)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000744584
Common Names
- Tenuior Tulbaghia
- Tulbaghia Tenuior
- Tulbaghia of Tenuior
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- Tulbaghia karasbergensis R.Glover [unknown]
- Tulbaghia karasbergensis P.E.Glover [unknown]
Description
Tulbaghia tenuior (also called Slender 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 tenuior is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tulbaghia tenuior is a yellow, five-petaled bloom with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are thin and spindly with small, oval leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tulbaghia tenuior is a perennial plant native to South Africa. It is a hardy plant that can tolerate a range of soil types and is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It can also be grown from seed, which should be sown in spring or autumn. Once established, it is drought tolerant and requires minimal care.
Where to Find Tulbaghia tenuior
Tulbaghia tenuior can be found in the grasslands of South Africa.
Tulbaghia tenuior FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tulbaghia tenuior?
Tulbaghia tenuior
What is the common name of Tulbaghia tenuior?
Slender Tulbaghia
What is the natural habitat of Tulbaghia tenuior?
Grassland and savanna
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-289721: Based on the initial data import
Kurt Dinter (1868-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dinter' in the authors string.
Kurt Krause (1883-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Krause' in the authors string.