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Tulbaghia alliacea

Physical Characteristics

Tulbaghia alliacea is a CORM growing to 0.3 m (1ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is in flower from June to September. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Flies. 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 moist soil.

Distribution

S. Africa - Cape province.

Habitats

Cultivated Beds; South Wall. By. West Wall. By.

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Flowers Leaves Root Edible Uses: Bulb - cooked[183]. Leaves and stems - they can be cooked like spinach or chopped fine and used as a relish[183]. Flowers. They are regarded as a delicacy by the native Zulu women[183].

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known