Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
palmeri
ID:
750740

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.Watson) Hoover

Source:
wcs

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
Amer. Midl. Naturalist 25: 99 (1941)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000750073



Common Names

  • Triteleiopsis Palmeri
  • Palmer's Triteleiopsis
  • Palmer's Onion


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Description

Triteleiopsis palmeri (also called 'Palmer's Triteleiopsis', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to California and Baja California. It has white and yellow flowers and narrow, grass-like leaves. It is commonly found in dry, rocky soils in chaparral and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Triteleiopsis palmeri is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, coughs, and sore throats. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Triteleiopsis palmeri has a white flower with a yellow center. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, round leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Triteleiopsis palmeri is a small, evergreen perennial herb that is native to the United States. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil mix and kept at a temperature of 18-22°C (65-72°F). Division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Triteleiopsis palmeri

Triteleiopsis palmeri can be found in the Sierra Nevada Mountains of California.

Triteleiopsis palmeri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Triteleiopsis palmeri?

Triteleiopsis palmeri

What is the natural habitat of Triteleiopsis palmeri?

Triteleiopsis palmeri is native to China.

What are the characteristics of Triteleiopsis palmeri?

Triteleiopsis palmeri is a small herbaceous perennial with small, ovate leaves and white flowers.

Species in the Triteleiopsis genus

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-290500: Based on the initial data import
Sereno Watson (1826-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Watson' in the authors string.
Robert Francis Hoover (1913-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hoover' in the authors string.