Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
andalgalensis
ID:
646325

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ravenna

Source:
wcs

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Sellowia 19: 30 (1967)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000645657

Common Names

  • Andalgalensis Habranthus
  • Andalgalensis Habranthus
  • Andalgalensis Habranthus

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Description

Habranthus andalgalensis (also called Andalgal Plum Yew, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree native to Argentina and Uruguay. It typically grows to a height of 6-12 feet with a spread of 3-6 feet. It prefers full sun to partial shade and grows best in moist, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Habranthus andalgalensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Habranthus andalgalensis is a small yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Habranthus andalgalensis is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated from seed. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated from cuttings in spring or summer.

Where to Find Habranthus andalgalensis

Habranthus andalgalensis is native to tropical Africa, from Sierra Leone to Angola and east to Uganda and Tanzania.

Habranthus andalgalensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Habranthus andalgalensis?

Habranthus andalgalensis

What is the common name of Habranthus andalgalensis?

Andalgalensis Rainlily

What is the natural habitat of Habranthus andalgalensis?

Grassy slopes and open meadows in Argentina

Species in the Habranthus genus

Habranthus albispiritus, Habranthus andalgalensis, Habranthus araguaiensis, Habranthus argentinus, Habranthus bahiensis, Habranthus barrosianus, Habranthus brachyandrus, Habranthus caeruleus, Habranthus cardenasianus, Habranthus carmineus, Habranthus catamarcensis, Habranthus chacoensis, Habranthus concinnus, Habranthus cordobensis, Habranthus crassibulbus, Habranthus datensis, Habranthus duarteanus, Habranthus erectus, Habranthus estensis, Habranthus gameleirensis, Habranthus goianus, Habranthus gracilifolius, Habranthus guachipensis, Habranthus immaculatus, Habranthus irwinianus, Habranthus ischihualastus, Habranthus itaobinus, Habranthus jamesonii, Habranthus jujuyensis, Habranthus lacteus, Habranthus leonensis, Habranthus leptandrus, Habranthus longipes, Habranthus maasii, Habranthus magnoi, Habranthus martinezii, Habranthus matacus, Habranthus mendocensis, Habranthus mexicanus, Habranthus microcarpus, Habranthus millarensis, Habranthus niveus, Habranthus oaxacanus, Habranthus oltanus, Habranthus oranensis, Habranthus pantanalensis, Habranthus pedunculosus, Habranthus pictus, Habranthus quilmesianus, Habranthus riojanus,

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-276631: Based on the initial data import
Pierfelice Ravenna (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ravenna' in the authors string.