Tofieldia pusilla - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pusilla
ID:
749302
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Michx.) Pers.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1805
Citation Micro:
Syn. Pl. 1: 399 (1805)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748635
Common Names
- Tofieldia pusilla
- Pusilla False Foxglove
- Tofieldia False Foxglove
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- Phalangium minimum Hill [unknown]
- Anthericum calyculatum Pall. [illegitimate]
Description
Tofieldia pusilla (also called Small False Asphodel, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to eastern Asia. It is found in moist meadows, wet forests, and along streams, from Japan to China and Korea.
Uses & Benefits
Tofieldia pusilla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Tofieldia pusilla sub. pusillaTofieldia pusilla sub. austriaca Kunz
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tofieldia pusilla is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with two rounded cotyledons and long, thin stems.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tofieldia pusilla is a small, perennial herb native to North America. It is an easy-to-grow plant that can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and should be grown in partial shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season. It can also be grown in a terrarium or greenhouse.
Where to Find Tofieldia pusilla
Tofieldia pusilla is native to the Arctic regions of North America and Europe.
Tofieldia pusilla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tofieldia pusilla?
Tofieldia pusilla
What is the natural habitat of Tofieldia pusilla?
Bogs and wet meadows
What are the common uses of Tofieldia pusilla?
Ornamental purposes
Species in the Tofieldia genus
Species in the Tofieldiaceae family
Harperocallis flava, Harperocallis paniculata, Harperocallis duidae, Harperocallis falcata, Harperocallis longiflora, Harperocallis neblinae, Harperocallis penduliflora, Harperocallis robustior, Harperocallis schomburgkiana, Harperocallis sessiliflora, Harperocallis sipapoensis, Pleea tenuifolia, Tofieldia cernua, Tofieldia yoshiiana, Tofieldia thibetica, Tofieldia coccinea, Tofieldia divergens, Tofieldia calyculata, Tofieldia nuda, Tofieldia okuboi, Tofieldia pusilla, Tofieldia glabra, Tofieldia himalaica, Tofieldia hybrida, Tofieldia furusei, Triantha racemosa, Triantha occidentalis, Triantha japonica, Triantha glutinosa,
References
André Michaux (1746-1802): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Michx.' in the authors string.
Christiaan Hendrik Persoon (1761-1836): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pers.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:542298-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.