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Polianthes tuberosa, Tuberose
Double Flowering Tuberose
 Polianthes tuberosa
Family: Agavaceae / Amaryllidaceae
Tuberose
Origin: Mexico
small shrub 2-5 ftfull sunmoderate waterregular waterwhite/off-white flowersfragrantethnomedicalattracts butterflies, hummingbirds

The Tuberose grows in elongated spikes up to 45 cm (18 in) long that produce clusters of fragrant waxy white flowers that bloom from the bottom towards the top of the spike. It has long, bright green leaves clustered at the base of the plant and smaller, clasping leaves along the stem.

Tuberose may grow wild in Mexico and surrounding countries, but the cultivation of tuberose is usually in Morocco, the Comores Islands, France, Hawaii, South Africa, India, and China.

Long-lasting as a cut flower in water (with lots of changes.)Most flowers begin to lose their scent when they are picked. Not so with tuberose, like jasmine, the heady floral scent continues to produce itself. In Ayurvedic medicine, attars are held in high esteem not only for their exquisite fragrance, but their healing properties. Tuberose is known to improve one's capacity for emotional depth.


 
Polianthes tuberosa, Tuberose
Double Flowering Tuberose

Polianthes tuberosa, Tuberose
Polianthes tuberosa, Tuberose


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