Status:
valid
Authors:
Jacq.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1762
Citation Micro:
Enum. Stirp. Vindob. : 260 (1762)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000396944
Common Names
- Peltaria Alliacea
- Alliacea Peltaria
- Alliacea False-heath
Synonyms
- Peltaria perennis (Ard.) Markgr. [unknown]
- Bohadschia alliacea Crantz [unknown]
- Clypeola perennis Ard. [unknown]
- Clypeola alliacea Lam. [unknown]
Description
Peltaria alliacea (also called Alliaceous Peltaria, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apiaceae. It is native to tropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina. It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as rainforest understories.
Uses & Benefits
Peltaria alliacea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and stomach aches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Peltaria alliacea has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green with a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Peltaria alliacea is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that can reach heights of up to 30 cm. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in the spring or fall and the divisions should be replanted in a well-draining, sandy soil mix.
Where to Find Peltaria alliacea
Diplochaete guianensis can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Peltaria alliacea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Peltaria alliacea?
Peltaria alliacea
What is the common name of Peltaria alliacea?
Garlic-scented peltaria
What is the natural habitat of Peltaria alliacea?
Peltaria alliacea is found in tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
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Aethionema cordatum,
Aethionema coridifolium,
Aethionema demirizii,
Aethionema diastrophis,
Aethionema dumanii,
Aethionema edentulum,
Aethionema eunomioides,
Aethionema fimbriatum,
Aethionema froedinii,
Aethionema gileadense,
Aethionema glaucinum,
Aethionema grandiflorum,
Aethionema heterocarpum,
Aethionema heterophyllum,
Aethionema huber-morathii,
Aethionema karamanicum,
Aethionema lepidioides,
Aethionema levandowskyi,
Aethionema lycium,
Aethionema marashicum,
Aethionema membranaceum,
Aethionema munzurense,
Aethionema orbiculatum,
Aethionema papillosum,
Aethionema retsina,
Aethionema saxatile,
Aethionema schistosum,
Aethionema semnanensis,
Aethionema speciosum,
Aethionema spicatum,
Aethionema stylosum,
Aethionema subulatum,
Aethionema syriacum,
Aethionema thesiifolium,
Aethionema thomasianum,
Aethionema transhyrcanum,
Aethionema turcicum,
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Aethionema virgatum,