Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
bridgesii
ID:
750415

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.Watson) Greene

Source:
wcs

Year:
1886

Citation Micro:
Bull. Calif. Acad. Sci. 2(6): 141 (1886)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749748



Common Names

  • Triteleia Bridgesii
  • Bridgesii Triteleia
  • Bridges' Triteleia


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Synonyms

  • Hookera bridgesii (S.Watson) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Brodiaea bridgesii S.Watson [unknown]

Description

Triteleia bridgesii (also called Bridges' Triteleia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to California. It has a basal rosette of leaves and white star-shaped flowers. It grows in dry grasslands and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Triteleia bridgesii is a flowering plant native to California and Oregon. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes, as it produces bright yellow flowers in the spring. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including colds, headaches, and skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Triteleia bridgesii has small, white flowers with yellow centers and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, round, green leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Triteleia bridgesii is a perennial herb that is native to California. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light frost.

Where to Find Triteleia bridgesii

Triteleia bridgesii is native to California.

Triteleia bridgesii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Triteleia bridgesii?

Triteleia bridgesii

What is the common name of Triteleia bridgesii?

Bridges' Triteleia

What is the natural habitat of Triteleia bridgesii?

Dry, rocky areas in the Mediterranean region

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-290461: Based on the initial data import
Edward Lee Greene (1843-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greene' in the authors string.
Sereno Watson (1826-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Watson' in the authors string.