Tulbhagia alliacea Society garlic (Alliaceae)

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Tulbhagia alliacea
Society garlic
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The Tulbhagia alliacea plant species is found in S. Africa - Cape province. It is a member of the Alliaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Society garlic.

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Latin Name:  Tulbhagia alliacea
Common Name:  Society garlic
Family:  Alliaceae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.45   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Sandy flats[245].

Cultivation Notes: Requires a well-drained soil in a sunny sheltered position[200]. This species is hardy in the mildest areas of Britain, tolerating temperatures down to about -5°c[200]. However, it is in leaf during the winter and so is best grown with some protection such as a cold greenhouse or conservatory[200]. Plants grow from a cluster of small bulbs attached to a basal plate that is sometimes regarded as a rhizome[200]. The flowers are very fragrant at night[200]. Another report says that they have an unpleasant smell[245]. The whole plant has a powerful aroma of garlic[200, 245].

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