Longray Tripletlily, Long-ray brodiaea

Triteleia peduncularis

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Basic Information

Family: Alliaceae

Genus: triteleia

Plant ID (slug): triteleia-peduncularis

Numeric ID: 26082

USDA Hardiness: 5-9

Ratings

Physical Characteristics

Triteleia peduncularis is a BULB growing to 0.3 m (1ft) by 0.1 m (0ft 4in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6 and is not frost tender. It is in flower from June to July. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist soil.

Distribution

South-western N. America - California.

Habitats

Cultivated Beds; East Wall. By. South Wall. By.

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Root Edible Uses: Bulb - raw or cooked[105, 161]. Rich in starch, the bulb can be used like potatoes.

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known

Detailed Information

Additional Information

Title: Triteleia peduncularis Longray Tripletlily, Long-ray brodiaea