Chiba University Matsudo/Kashiwa Campus Plant Database

Details of genus: Tulbaghia [1297]

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Family: Amaryllidaceae

family_ja: ヒガンバナ

Infra familial classification: Subfamily Allioideae

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description_en: Genus of about 24 species of clump-forming, mainly deciduous, sometimes semi-evergreen, rhizomatous or bulbous perennials found in various habitats, some mountainous, in tropical and temperate southern Africa. Basal, strap-shaped to linear, hairless, sometimes grey-green leaves have a smell similar to that of onions or garlic. Umbels of dainty, usually purple or white flowers, sometimes fragrant, especially at night, are borne over a long period between late spring and autumn. The flowers are tubular, each with 6 spreading tepals and a small, trumpet-like corona. Grow in a sunny border or rock garden. In frost-prone areas, grow in a cool greenhouse or conservatory, particularly T. alliacea, which has overwintering leaves.

hardiness_en: Frost hardy to frost tender; most frost-hardy species tolerate short periods at temperatures to -10°C (14°F).

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propagation_en: Sow seed in containers in a cold frame as soon as ripe, or in spring. Seed germinates easily, and the seedlings quickly reach flowering size. Divide most species in spring; divide T. alliacea in late summer.

pests_en: Susceptible to aphids and whiteflies under glass.

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comment_ja: トゥルバギア

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Update Information: Created: 2007-12-06 12:51; Updated: 2020-09-04 03:56

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