Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
angustifolius
ID:
765559

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.f.) Aiton

Source:
wcs

Year:
1789

Citation Micro:
Hort. Kew. 1: 414 (1789)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000764892

Common Names

  • Cyrtanthus angustifolius
  • Narrow-leaved Fire Lily
  • Red Fire Lily

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Description

Cyrtanthus angustifolius (also called Narrow-leaved Fire Lily, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Amaryllidaceae. It is native to South Africa and is found in grassland and rocky areas. It has narrow, linear leaves and produces bright red flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Cyrtanthus angustifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cyrtanthus angustifolius is small, white and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are thin, long and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyrtanthus angustifolius is a perennial herb that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation from seed is the easiest and most reliable method. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny position. Cuttings can be taken in late summer or early autumn and should be planted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Cyrtanthus angustifolius

Cyrtanthus angustifolius can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Cyrtanthus angustifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyrtanthus angustifolius?

Cyrtanthus angustifolius

What is the common name of Cyrtanthus angustifolius?

Narrow-leaved Cyrtanthus

What is the natural habitat of Cyrtanthus angustifolius?

Woodlands, grasslands, and wetlands

Species in the Cyrtanthus genus

Cyrtanthus leptosiphon, Cyrtanthus wellandii, Cyrtanthus angustifolius, Cyrtanthus attenuatus, Cyrtanthus bicolor, Cyrtanthus brachyscyphus, Cyrtanthus brachysiphon, Cyrtanthus breviflorus, Cyrtanthus carneus, Cyrtanthus clavatus, Cyrtanthus collinus, Cyrtanthus contractus, Cyrtanthus debilis, Cyrtanthus elatus, Cyrtanthus epiphyticus, Cyrtanthus erubescens, Cyrtanthus eucallus, Cyrtanthus falcatus, Cyrtanthus fergusoniae, Cyrtanthus flammosus, Cyrtanthus flanaganii, Cyrtanthus flavus, Cyrtanthus galpinii, Cyrtanthus guthrieae, Cyrtanthus helictus, Cyrtanthus herrei, Cyrtanthus huttonii, Cyrtanthus inaequalis, Cyrtanthus junodii, Cyrtanthus labiatus, Cyrtanthus leucanthus, Cyrtanthus loddigesianus, Cyrtanthus mackenii, Cyrtanthus macowanii, Cyrtanthus montanus, Cyrtanthus nutans, Cyrtanthus obliquus, Cyrtanthus obrienii, Cyrtanthus ochroleucus, Cyrtanthus odorus, Cyrtanthus rhodesianus, Cyrtanthus rhododactylus, Cyrtanthus rotundilobus, Cyrtanthus sanguinea, Cyrtanthus smithiae, Cyrtanthus spiralis, Cyrtanthus staadensis, Cyrtanthus stenanthus, Cyrtanthus striatus, Cyrtanthus suaveolens,

Species in the Amaryllidaceae family

Acis autumnalis, Acis longifolia, Acis rosea, Acis trichophylla, Acis fabrei, Acis nicaeensis, Acis tingitana, Acis trichophylla, Acis valentina, Acis ionica, Agapanthus africanus, Agapanthus campanulatus, Agapanthus caulescens, Agapanthus coddii, Agapanthus inapertus, Agapanthus praecox, Agapanthus walshii, Allium aaseae, Allium abramsii, Allium acidoides, Allium aciphyllum, Allium acuminatum, Allium acutiflorum, Allium aegilicum, Allium affine, Allium afghanicum, Allium aflatunense, Allium agrigentinum, Allium akaka, Allium alabasicum, Allium alaicum, Allium albiflorum, Allium albotunicatum, Allium albovianum, Allium alexandrae, Allium alexeianum, Allium alibile, Allium alpinarii, Allium altaicum, Allium altissimum, Allium altyncolicum, Allium amethystinum, Allium ampeloprasum, Allium amphibolum, Allium amplectens, Allium anacoleum, Allium anatolicum, Allium anceps, Allium angulosum, Allium anisopodium,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-303799: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus the Younger (1741-1783): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.f.' in the authors string.
William Aiton (1731-1793): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aiton' in the authors string.