Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
alliacea
ID:
742635

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1868

Citation Micro:
Fragm. 6: 180 (1868)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000741968

Common Names

  • Sowerbaea alliacea
  • Alliacea Sowerbaea
  • Alliacea Sowerbaea

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Description

Sowerbaea alliacea (also called 'Garlic Sowerbaea', among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Australia. It has long, narrow, grey-green leaves and produces small, white flowers in spring. It grows in sunny, well-drained soils and is often found in dry areas.

Uses & Benefits

Sowerbaea alliacea is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sowerbaea alliacea flowers are small, white in color, and have six petals. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are thin and have small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sowerbaea alliacea is a perennial woody vine that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some salt in the soil. It is best to water the plant deeply and infrequently. Pruning is recommended to keep the plant in shape and to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Sowerbaea alliacea

Sowerbaea alliacea is native to Australia, and can be found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.

Sowerbaea alliacea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sowerbaea alliacea?

Sowerbaea alliacea

What is the common name of Sowerbaea alliacea?

Garlic-scented Sowerbaea

What is the natural habitat of Sowerbaea alliacea?

Moist woods and thickets

Species in the Asparagaceae family

Acanthocarpus canaliculatus, Acanthocarpus humilis, Acanthocarpus parviflorus, Acanthocarpus preissii, Acanthocarpus robustus, Acanthocarpus rupestris, Acanthocarpus verticillatus, Agave acicularis, Agave acklinicola, Agave ajoensis, Agave aktites, Agave albescens, Agave albomarginata, Agave americana, Agave angustiarum, Agave angustifolia, Agave anomala, Agave antillarum, Agave apedicellata, Agave applanata, Agave arizonica, Agave arubensis, Agave asperrima, Agave atrovirens, Agave attenuata, Agave aurea, Agave avellanidens, Agave bahamana, Agave bicolor, Agave boldinghiana, Agave bovicornuta, Agave braceana, Agave bracteosa, Agave brevipetala, Agave brevispina, Agave brittoniana, Agave brunnea, Agave bulliana, Agave cacozela, Agave cajalbanensis, Agave calodonta, Agave capensis, Agave caribaeicola, Agave cerulata, Agave chamelensis, Agave chiapensis, Agave chrysantha, Agave chrysoglossa, Agave cocui, Agave collina,

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