Tofieldia thibetica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
thibetica
ID:
748333
Status:
valid
Authors:
Franch.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1888
Citation Micro:
Nouv. Arch. Mus. Hist. Nat. , sér. 2, 10: 95 (1887 publ. 1888)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000747666
Common Names
- Tofieldia thibetica
- Thibetica Tofieldia
- Tofieldia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tofieldia thibetica (also called Tibetan Tofieldia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe, North Africa and parts of Asia. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands, and prefers moist soils.
Uses & Benefits
Tofieldia thibetica has no known non-medical uses or benefits.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tofieldia thibetica is a small, white flower with a yellow center, and the seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tofieldia thibetica is a perennial plant that is native to the western United States. It is hardy in USDA zones 4-9. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or fall, and divisions should be done in spring or early summer.
Where to Find Tofieldia thibetica
Tofieldia thibetica can be found in the Himalayas.
Tofieldia thibetica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tofieldia thibetica?
Tofieldia thibetica
What is the common name of Tofieldia thibetica?
Tibetan False Asphodel
What type of plant is Tofieldia thibetica?
It is a perennial herbaceous plant
Species in the Tofieldia genus
Species in the Tofieldiaceae family
Harperocallis flava, Harperocallis paniculata, Harperocallis duidae, Harperocallis falcata, Harperocallis longiflora, Harperocallis neblinae, Harperocallis penduliflora, Harperocallis robustior, Harperocallis schomburgkiana, Harperocallis sessiliflora, Harperocallis sipapoensis, Pleea tenuifolia, Tofieldia cernua, Tofieldia yoshiiana, Tofieldia thibetica, Tofieldia coccinea, Tofieldia divergens, Tofieldia calyculata, Tofieldia nuda, Tofieldia okuboi, Tofieldia pusilla, Tofieldia glabra, Tofieldia himalaica, Tofieldia hybrida, Tofieldia furusei, Triantha racemosa, Triantha occidentalis, Triantha japonica, Triantha glutinosa,
References
Adrien René Franchet (1834-1900): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Franch.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:542313-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.