Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
grandiflora
ID:
750516

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Edwards's Bot. Reg. 15: t. 1293 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749849



Common Names

  • Triteleia grandiflora
  • Grandiflora Triteleia
  • Grandiflora Tritelei


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Synonyms

  • Brodiaea douglasii howellii (S.Watson) M.Peck [unknown]
  • Brodiaea grandiflora major Benth. ex Baker [unknown]
  • Hookera bicolor (Suksd.) Piper [unknown]
  • Hookera douglasii (S.Watson) Piper [unknown]
  • Hookera howellii (S.Watson) Piper [unknown]
  • Milla grandiflora (Lindl.) Baker [unknown]
  • Tulophos grandiflora (Lindl.) Raf. [unknown]
  • Triteleia bicolor (Suksd.) A.Heller [unknown]
  • Triteleia howellii (S.Watson) Greene [unknown]
  • Triteleia grandiflora howellii (S.Watson) Hoover [unknown]
  • Brodiaea bicolor Suksd. [unknown]
  • Brodiaea douglasii S.Watson [unknown]
  • Brodiaea grandiflora (Lindl.) J.F.Macbr. [unknown]
  • Brodiaea howellii S.Watson [unknown]
  • Triteleia grandiflora grandiflora [unknown]

Description

Triteleia grandiflora (also called Large-flowered Triteleia, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial native to California. It has long, narrow leaves and small white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas and is drought tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Triteleia grandiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and sore throat.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Triteleia grandiflora has white, star-shaped flowers with yellow anthers and a single, long style. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Triteleia grandiflora is a small, evergreen, perennial herbaceous plant. It is best grown in a well-draining soil mix with plenty of organic matter. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be kept in temperatures between 60-85°F (15-30°C). Propagation is done by seed or division of the rhizome.

Where to Find Triteleia grandiflora

Triteleia grandiflora is native to California. It is found in dry, rocky soils at elevations of 500-2,000 m. It is not widely available in cultivation.

Triteleia grandiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Triteleia grandiflora?

Triteleia grandiflora

What is the common name of Triteleia grandiflora?

Grandiflora Triteleia

What type of plant is Triteleia grandiflora?

Herbaceous perennial

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-290473: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.