Tecophilaea violiflora - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
violiflora
ID:
675193
Status:
valid
Authors:
Bertero ex Colla
Source:
wcs
Year:
1836
Citation Micro:
Mem. Reale Accad. Sci. Torino 39: 20 (1836)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000674525
Common Names
- Violet-flowered Tecophilaea
- Violet Tecophilaea
- Violet-flowered Chilean Crocus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Phyganthus vernus Poepp. & Endl. [unknown]
- Poeppigia chilensis Kunze ex Steud. [unknown]
- Tecophilaea albida Miers [unknown]
- Zephyra violiflora (Colla) Ravenna [unknown]
- Distrepta vaginata Miers [unknown]
- Tecophilaea violiflora polyantha Skottsb. [unknown]
- Tecophilaea violiflora violiflora [unknown]
Description
Tecophilaea violiflora (also called Violet Crocus, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial that typically grows to a height of 0.3 to 0.6 m. It is native to the western United States, primarily in California, Arizona, and Nevada. It is found in dry, rocky, and sandy soils in desert, chaparral, and woodland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Tecophilaea violiflora is used as an ornamental plant and is also used for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tecophilaea violiflora is a small, bell-shaped flower that is usually blue or purple in color. The seeds are small and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with a few small leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tecophilaea violiflora is a bulbous perennial that is native to Chile. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade and in well-drained, sandy soils. Propagation is by seed or offsets. Plant the bulbs in autumn or spring, about 5 cm (2 in) deep and 10 cm (4 in) apart.
Where to Find Tecophilaea violiflora
Tecophilaea violiflora can be found in the western United States, from California to Utah.
Tecophilaea violiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tecophilaea violiflora?
Tecophilaea violiflora
What is the family of Tecophilaea violiflora?
Iridaceae
What is the common name of Tecophilaea violiflora?
Violet Crocus
Species in the Tecophilaea genus
Species in the Tecophilaeaceae family
Conanthera parvula, Conanthera bifolia, Conanthera campanulata, Conanthera trimaculata, Conanthera urceolata, Conanthera trimaculata, Cyanastrum cordifolium, Cyanastrum goetzeanum, Cyanastrum johnstonii, Cyanella alba, Cyanella aquatica, Cyanella cygnea, Cyanella hyacinthoides, Cyanella lutea, Cyanella orchidiformis, Cyanella pentheri, Cyanella ramosissima, Cyanella ramosissima, Cyanella marlothii, Eremiolirion amboense, Kabuyea hostifolia, Odontostomum hartwegii, Tecophilaea cyanocrocus, Tecophilaea violiflora, Walleria nutans, Walleria mackenzii, Walleria gracilis, Zephyra elegans, Zephyra compacta,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-279568: Based on the initial data import
Carlo Luigi Giuseppe Bertero (1789-1831): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bertero' in the authors string.
Luigi Aloysius Colla (1766-1848): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Colla' in the authors string.