Schoenocaulon tigrense - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tigrense
ID:
740382
Status:
valid
Authors:
Frame in McVaugh
Source:
wcs
Year:
1989
Citation Micro:
Fl. Novo-Galiciana 15: 274 (1989)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000739715
Common Names
- Schoenocaulon Tigrense
- Tigrense Schoenocaulon
- Tigrense
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Schoenocaulon tigrense (also called 'Tiger's Schoenocaulon', among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous plant that is native to the tropical regions of South America. It typically grows in wet, low-lying areas such as swamps, marshes, and floodplains, and has small, white flowers with six petals.
Uses & Benefits
Schoenocaulon tigrense is a popular ornamental plant, often used to decorate gardens and landscapes. It is also known to have medicinal properties, with its leaves and roots being used to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Schoenocaulon tigrense is a white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with dark green, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Schoenocaulon tigrense is a bulbous plant that can be propagated from seed or offsets. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C.
Where to Find Schoenocaulon tigrense
Schoenocaulon tigrense can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Schoenocaulon tigrense FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Schoenocaulon tigrense?
Schoenocaulon tigrense is native to the tropical rainforests of South America.
What type of soil does Schoenocaulon tigrense prefer?
Schoenocaulon tigrense prefers moist, well-drained soil.
What type of light does Schoenocaulon tigrense need?
Schoenocaulon tigrense prefers bright, indirect light.
Species in the Schoenocaulon genus
Schoenocaulon calcicola, Schoenocaulon jaliscense, Schoenocaulon intermedium, Schoenocaulon ghiesbreghtii, Schoenocaulon dubium, Schoenocaulon conzattii, Schoenocaulon caricifolium, Schoenocaulon mortonii, Schoenocaulon comatum, Schoenocaulon macrocarpum, Schoenocaulon megarrhizum, Schoenocaulon texanum, Schoenocaulon tenuifolium, Schoenocaulon tenue, Schoenocaulon pringlei, Schoenocaulon officinale, Schoenocaulon obtusum, Schoenocaulon madidorum, Schoenocaulon ignigenum, Schoenocaulon rzedowskii, Schoenocaulon plumosum, Schoenocaulon tenorioi, Schoenocaulon tigrense, Schoenocaulon pellucidum, Schoenocaulon oaxacense, Schoenocaulon frameae,
Species in the Melanthiaceae family
Amianthium muscaetoxicum, Anticlea elegans, Anticlea sibirica, Anticlea virescens, Anticlea volcanica, Chamaelirium luteum, Chamaelirium chinense, Chamaelirium cordifolium, Chamaelirium hisauchianum, Chamaelirium shiwandashanense, Chamaelirium actinomorphum, Chamaelirium nanlingense, Chamaelirium koidzumianum, Chamaelirium japonicum, Helonias alpina, Helonias breviscapa, Helonias bullata, Helonias kawanoi, Helonias leucantha, Helonias orientalis, Helonias thibetica, Helonias umbellata, Helonias yunnanensis, Helonias jinpingensis, Paris japonica, Paris delavayi, Paris incompleta, Paris bashanensis, Paris fargesii, Paris dunniana, Paris tetraphylla, Paris thibetica, Paris vaniotii, Paris verticillata, Paris mairei, Paris marmorata, Paris quadrifolia, Paris polyphylla, Paris undulatis, Paris birmanica, Paris rugosa, Paris daliensis, Paris dulongensis, Paris cronquistii, Paris forrestii, Paris vietnamensis, Paris luquanensis, Paris polyandra, Paris axialis, Paris caobangensis,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-287933: Based on the initial data import
Rogers McVaugh (1909-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'McVaugh' in the authors string.
Dawn Frame (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Frame' in the authors string.