Tulbaghia violacea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
violacea
ID:
745074
Status:
valid
Authors:
Harv.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1837
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. 64: t. 3555 (1837)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000744407
Common Names
- Violacea Tulbaghia
- Tulbaghia Violacea
- Violacea Tulbaghia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tulbaghia violacea (also called Tulbaghia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves and produces purple flowers. It grows in moist, shady habitats in the mountains.
Uses & Benefits
Tulbaghia violacea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, inflammation, and digestive problems.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Tulbaghia violacea sub. violaceaTulbaghia violacea sub. macmasteri Vosa
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tulbaghia violacea has bright purple, star-shaped flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tulbaghia violacea is a bulbous perennial plant native to South Africa. It can be propagated from bulbs or by seed. Bulbs should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until established. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, it requires little maintenance and can tolerate some drought.
Where to Find Tulbaghia violacea
Tulbaghia violacea is native to South Africa, and can be found in grasslands, woodlands, and along roadsides.
Tulbaghia violacea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tulbaghia violacea?
Tulbaghia violacea
What is the common name of Tulbaghia violacea?
Society Garlic
What is the natural habitat of Tulbaghia violacea?
Mountain meadows and grasslands
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-289698: Based on the initial data import
William Henry Harvey (1811-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harv.' in the authors string.