Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
montana
ID:
750784

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hoover

Source:
wcs

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
Amer. Midl. Naturalist 25: 95 (1941)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000750117



Common Names

  • Triteleia montana
  • Mountain Triteleia
  • Montana Triteleia


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Description

Triteleia montana (also called 'Mountain Triteleia', among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb native to the western United States. It has bright green leaves and small, white, bell-shaped flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas and is often found growing on rocks or in crevices.

Uses & Benefits

Triteleia montana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating digestive problems and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Triteleia montana has small, yellow flowers and round, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Triteleia montana is a perennial herbaceous plant that is propagated through division or cuttings. It prefers to grow in partial shade and requires well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Triteleia montana

Triteleia montana can be found in the western United States.

Triteleia montana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Triteleia montana?

Triteleia montana

What is the common name of Triteleia montana?

Montana Brodiaea

What is the natural habitat of Triteleia montana?

Grassy meadows and open woodlands

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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