Curculigo ensifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ensifolia
ID:
765444
Status:
valid
Authors:
R.Br.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1810
Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holland. : 290 (1810)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000764777
Common Names
- Ensifolia Curculigo
- Ensifolia Lily
- Ensifolia Spider Lily
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Curculigo ensifolia (also called sword-leaf 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 ensifolia 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.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Curculigo ensifolia var. ensifoliaCurculigo ensifolia var. longifolia Benth.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Curculigo ensifolia 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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Curculigo ensifolia is a tropical evergreen perennial that grows in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated from seeds or by division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and should be fertilized regularly.
Where to Find Curculigo ensifolia
Curculigo ensifolia is native to India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka.
Curculigo ensifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Curculigo ensifolia?
Curculigo ensifolia
What is the common name of Curculigo ensifolia?
Curculigo
What is the family of Curculigo ensifolia?
Hypoxidaceae
Species in the Curculigo genus
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,
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-303680: Based on the initial data import
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.