Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
heteropetala
ID:
744339

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ledeb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1829

Citation Micro:
Icon. Pl. 1: 21 (1829)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000743672

Common Names

  • Tulipa
  • Heteropetala Tulip
  • Heteropetala Tulip Tree

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Description

Tulipa heteropetala (also called Heteropetala Tulip, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central Asia. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a flowering stem that can reach up to 40 cm in height. It grows in grasslands, forests, and meadows at elevations of up to 2,800 m.

Uses & Benefits

Tulipa heteropetala is an ornamental plant often used in gardens and as a houseplant. It has bright, colorful flowers and is easy to care for, making it a popular choice for gardeners.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tulipa heteropetala has large, bright yellow flowers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tulipa heteropetala is a perennial bulb that grows up to 1 m (3 ft) tall. It is native to Central Asia. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed, bulb division, or offsets.

Where to Find Tulipa heteropetala

Tulipa heteropetala is native to Central Asia and can be found in the countries of Afghanistan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan.

Tulipa heteropetala FAQ

What type of plant is Tulipa heteropetala?

Tulipa heteropetala is a flowering plant.

What is the typical height of Tulipa heteropetala?

Tulipa heteropetala typically grows to a height of about 20-30 cm.

What is the typical lifespan of Tulipa heteropetala?

Tulipa heteropetala typically has a lifespan of 1-2 years.

Species in the Tulipa genus

Tulipa cinnabarina, Tulipa kuschkensis, Tulipa julia, Tulipa kolpakowskiana, Tulipa kaufmanniana, Tulipa korolkowii, Tulipa lanata, Tulipa linifolia, Tulipa ingens, Tulipa greigi, Tulipa gesneriana, Tulipa iliensis, Tulipa hungarica, Tulipa humilis, Tulipa hissarica, Tulipa heterophylla, Tulipa heteropetala, Tulipa hoogiana, Tulipa praestans, Tulipa regeli, Tulipa platystemon, Tulipa schmidtii, Tulipa scardica, Tulipa saxatilis, Tulipa patens, Tulipa montana, Tulipa orithyioides, Tulipa ostrowskiana, Tulipa orphanidea, Tulipa altaica, Tulipa aleppensis, Tulipa alberti, Tulipa agenensis, Tulipa banuensis, Tulipa armena, Tulipa anisophylla, Tulipa dasystemon, Tulipa cypria, Tulipa clusiana, Tulipa cretica, Tulipa fosteriana, Tulipa foliosa, Tulipa ferganica, Tulipa dubia, Tulipa botschantzevae, Tulipa borszczowii, Tulipa boettgeri, Tulipa bifloriformis, Tulipa biflora, Tulipa carinata,

Species in the Liliaceae family

Amana edulis, Amana erythronioides, Amana kuocangshanica, Amana anhuiensis, Amana wanzhensis, Calochortus albus, Calochortus amabilis, Calochortus ambiguus, Calochortus amoenus, Calochortus apiculatus, Calochortus argillosus, Calochortus aureus, Calochortus balsensis, Calochortus barbatus, Calochortus bruneaunis, Calochortus coeruleus, Calochortus catalinae, Calochortus cernuus, Calochortus clavatus, Calochortus concolor, Calochortus coxii, Calochortus dunnii, Calochortus elegans, Calochortus eurycarpus, Calochortus excavatus, Calochortus exilis, Calochortus fimbriatus, Calochortus flexuosus, Calochortus foliosus, Calochortus fuscus, Calochortus ghiesbreghtii, Calochortus greenei, Calochortus gunnisonii, Calochortus hartwegii, Calochortus howellii, Calochortus indecorus, Calochortus invenustus, Calochortus kennedyi, Calochortus leichtlinii, Calochortus longibarbatus, Calochortus luteus, Calochortus lyallii, Calochortus macrocarpus, Calochortus marcellae, Calochortus minimus, Calochortus monanthus, Calochortus monophyllus, Calochortus nigrescens, Calochortus nitidus, Calochortus nudus,

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