Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
capitulata
ID:
765439

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kuntze

Source:
wcs

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 2: 703 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000764772



Common Names

  • Capitulata Curculigo
  • Capitulata Lily
  • Capitulata Spider Lily


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Description

Curculigo capitulata (also called head curculigo, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It has long, strap-like leaves and white, fragrant flowers. It grows in dry, sandy areas, and is often found in deserts and other dry habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Curculigo capitulata is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and landscapes. It has fragrant white flowers and is drought tolerant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Curculigo capitulata has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and long with a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Curculigo capitulata is a bulbous perennial that is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia. It grows best in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by offsets or seed. The offsets can be divided in the spring or autumn, and the seed can be sown in the spring or summer.

Where to Find Curculigo capitulata

Curculigo capitulata is native to India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka.

Curculigo capitulata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Curculigo capitulata?

Curculigo capitulata

What is the common name of Curculigo capitulata?

Headed Curculigo

What is the natural habitat of Curculigo capitulata?

Woodlands, grasslands, and wetlands

Species in the Hypoxidaceae family

Curculigo annamitica, Curculigo breviscapa, Curculigo capitulata, Curculigo conoc, Curculigo disticha, Curculigo ensifolia, Curculigo erecta, Curculigo gracilis, Curculigo latifolia, Curculigo oligantha, Curculigo orchioides, Curculigo pilosa, Curculigo prainiana, Curculigo racemosa, Curculigo rhizophylla, Curculigo scorzonerifolia, Curculigo seychellensis, Curculigo sinensis, Curculigo tonkinensis, Curculigo trichocarpa, Curculigo savantwadiensis, Curculigo maharashtrensis, Curculigo fabrei, Curculigo maheensis, Empodium elongatum, Empodium flexile, Empodium gloriosum, Empodium monophyllum, Empodium namaquensis, Empodium plicatum, Empodium veratrifolium, Empodium namaquensis, Empodium veratrifolium, Hypoxis abyssinica, Hypoxis acuminata, Hypoxis angustifolia, Hypoxis argentea, Hypoxis arillacea, Hypoxis aurea, Hypoxis bampsiana, Hypoxis baurii, Hypoxis camerooniana, Hypoxis canaliculata, Hypoxis catamarcensis, Hypoxis colchicifolia, Hypoxis costata, Hypoxis cuanzensis, Hypoxis curtissii, Hypoxis decumbens, Hypoxis demissa,

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