Tigridia ehrenbergii - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Schltdl.) Molseed
Source:
iplants
Year:
1966
Citation Micro:
J. Calif. Hort. Soc. 27: 5 (1966)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000786912
Common Names
- Ehrenbergii Tiger Flower
- Mexican Shell Flower
- Mexican Shells
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tigridia ehrenbergii (also called Ehrenberg's Tigridia, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to Central and South America. It has glossy, leathery leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in tropical forests and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Tigridia ehrenbergii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Tigridia ehrenbergii sub. ehrenbergiiFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tigridia ehrenbergii has a bright yellow and orange flower with white stripes and a white center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf with a white stripe down the center.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tigridia ehrenbergii is an evergreen perennial that grows to a height of 8-12 inches. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained potting mix. Division should be done in spring or summer.
Where to Find Tigridia ehrenbergii
Tigridia ehrenbergii can be found in the tropical forests of Mexico.
Tigridia ehrenbergii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tigridia ehrenbergii?
Tigridia ehrenbergii
What is the common name of Tigridia ehrenbergii?
Ehrenbergii Tiger Flower
What is the natural habitat of Tigridia ehrenbergii?
Tigridia ehrenbergii is native to Mexico and Guatemala
Species in the Tigridia genus
Tigridia mariaetrinitatis, Tigridia raimondii, Tigridia van-houttei, Tigridia estelae, Tigridia chrysantha, Tigridia martinezii, Tigridia potosina, Tigridia catarinensis, Tigridia alpestris, Tigridia durangensis, Tigridia dugesii, Tigridia flammea, Tigridia chiapensis, Tigridia bicolor, Tigridia augusta, Tigridia hintonii, Tigridia inusitata, Tigridia immaculata, Tigridia illecebrosa, Tigridia huyanae, Tigridia ehrenbergii, Tigridia albicans, Tigridia hallbergii, Tigridia galanthoides, Tigridia huajuapanensis, Tigridia matudae, Tigridia mortonii, Tigridia philippiana, Tigridia pearcei, Tigridia pavonia, Tigridia multiflora, Tigridia molseediana, Tigridia minuta, Tigridia mexicana, Tigridia meleagris, Tigridia orthantha, Tigridia violacea, Tigridia venusta, Tigridia pulchella, Tigridia tepoxtlana, Tigridia seleriana, Tigridia purruchucana, Tigridia purpusii, Tigridia amatlanensis, Tigridia gracielae, Tigridia rzedowskiana, Tigridia suarezii, Tigridia pugana, Tigridia conzattii, Tigridia longispatha,
Species in the Iridaceae family
Alophia drummondii, Alophia intermedia, Alophia medusa, Alophia silvestris, Alophia veracruzana, Aristea abyssinica, Aristea africana, Aristea alata, Aristea anceps, Aristea angolensis, Aristea angustifolia, Aristea bakeri, Aristea bequaertii, Aristea biflora, Aristea cantharophila, Aristea capitata, Aristea cladocarpa, Aristea compressa, Aristea cuspidata, Aristea dichotoma, Aristea djalonis, Aristea ecklonii, Aristea fimbriata, Aristea flexicaulis, Aristea galpinii, Aristea glauca, Aristea goetzei, Aristea grandis, Aristea humbertii, Aristea inaequalis, Aristea juncifolia, Aristea kitchingii, Aristea latifolia, Aristea lugens, Aristea madagascariensis, Aristea montana, Aristea monticola, Aristea nyikensis, Aristea oligocephala, Aristea palustris, Aristea parviflora, Aristea pauciflora, Aristea platycaulis, Aristea polycephala, Aristea pusilla, Aristea racemosa, Aristea ranomafana, Aristea recisa, Aristea rigidifolia, Aristea rupicola,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-325477: Based on the initial data import
Diederich Franz Leonhard von Schlechtendal (1794-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltdl.' in the authors string.
Elwood Wendell Molseed (1938-1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Molseed' in the authors string.