Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
barrosianus
ID:
646452

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hunz. & Di Fulvio

Source:
wcs

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Kurtziana 7: 255 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000645784

Common Names

  • Barrosianus Habranthus
  • Barrosianus Habranthus
  • Barrosianus Habranthus

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Description

Habranthus barrosianus (also called Barrosianus, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to South America. It has a basal rosette of lance-shaped leaves and produces small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas and is often found in wet, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Habranthus barrosianus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Habranthus barrosianus is a small, white or yellowish-white flower with four petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green, upright plant with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Habranthus barrosianus can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in spring or early summer, when the plant is actively growing. The plants should be kept in a warm, humid environment and watered regularly.

Where to Find Habranthus barrosianus

Habranthus barrosianus is native to Brazil.

Habranthus barrosianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Habranthus barrosianus?

Habranthus barrosianus

What is the common name of Habranthus barrosianus?

Barrosian Rainlily

What is the natural habitat of Habranthus barrosianus?

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-276647: Based on the initial data import
Armando Theodoro Hunziker (1919-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hunz.' in the authors string.
Teresa Emil Di Fulvio (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Di Fulvio' in the authors string.