Status:
valid
Authors:
Blume
Source:
cmp
Year:
1850
Citation Micro:
Mus. Bot. 1: 157 (1850)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000732988
Common Names
- Tubercled Neuburgia
- Neuburgia tuberculata
- Neuburgia
Description
Neuburgia tuberculata (also called tubercled neuburgia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Amaryllidaceae family. It is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region, growing in sunny, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Neuburgia tuberculata is a popular ornamental shrub, often used as a hedge or border plant in gardens. Its flowers are edible and can be used in salads or cooked as a vegetable. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Neuburgia tuberculata is a small, white tube with five lobes. The seed is a small, round, yellowish-brown nut. The seedlings are small, green and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Neuburgia tuberculata is a hardy, evergreen shrub that grows up to 2m tall. It has grey-green foliage and produces yellow, cone-like flowers in spring and summer. It prefers well-drained soils in a sunny position and is drought and frost tolerant. Propagation is from cuttings taken in spring or summer.
Where to Find Neuburgia tuberculata
Neuburgia tuberculata is native to Europe and western Asia. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.
Neuburgia tuberculata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Neuburgia tuberculata?
Neuburgia tuberculata
What is the common name of Neuburgia tuberculata?
Tuberculate Neuburgia
Where is Neuburgia tuberculata native to?
Mediterranean region
Species in the Neuburgia genus
Neuburgia alata,
Neuburgia macrocarpa,
Neuburgia kochii,
Neuburgia moluccana,
Neuburgia celebica,
Neuburgia collina,
Neuburgia macroloba,
Neuburgia rumphiana,
Neuburgia tuberculata,
Neuburgia tubiflora,
Neuburgia novocaledonica,
Neuburgia corynocarpa,
Species in the Loganiaceae family
Antonia ovata,
Bonyunia antoniifolia,
Bonyunia aquatica,
Bonyunia minor,
Bonyunia superba,
Bonyunia venusta,
Bonyunia spectabilis,
Bonyunia excelsa,
Bonyunia magnifica,
Bonyunia nobilis,
Bonyunia pulchra,
Gardneria angustifolia,
Gardneria lanceolata,
Gardneria multiflora,
Gardneria nutans,
Gardneria ovata,
Geniostoma angustifolium,
Geniostoma antherotrichum,
Geniostoma balansanum,
Geniostoma biseriale,
Geniostoma borbonicum,
Geniostoma calcicola,
Geniostoma celastrineum,
Geniostoma clavatum,
Geniostoma cyrtandrae,
Geniostoma densiflora,
Geniostoma erythrosperma,
Geniostoma fagraeoides,
Geniostoma gagnae,
Geniostoma glaucescens,
Geniostoma grandifolium,
Geniostoma huttonii,
Geniostoma leenhoutsii,
Geniostoma macrophyllum,
Geniostoma mooreanum,
Geniostoma novae-caledoniae,
Geniostoma pedunculatum,
Geniostoma petiolosum,
Geniostoma randianum,
Geniostoma rapense,
Geniostoma rarotongensis,
Geniostoma remyana,
Geniostoma rupestre,
Geniostoma stipulare,
Geniostoma sykesii,
Geniostoma trichostylum,
Geniostoma umbellatum,
Geniostoma vestitum,
Geniostoma weinlandii,
Geniostoma imbricatum,