Status:
valid
Authors:
Ravenna
Source:
wcs
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Onira 3: 63 (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000645949
Common Names
- Habranthus concinnus
- Elegant Habranthus
- Elegant Rain Lily
Description
Habranthus concinnus (also called Pink Rain Lily, among many other common names) is a bulbous perennial plant native to South America. It has linear leaves and pink flowers with yellow throats. It grows in grasslands, woodlands, and dry savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Habranthus concinnus has been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and stomachache. It has also been used to treat skin diseases and as an insect repellent.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Habranthus concinnus is a small, white-pinkish flower with five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small, green and slender.
Cultivation and Propagation
Habranthus concinnus is a tropical plant native to South America. It is an evergreen perennial that can reach heights of up to 4 feet. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or stem cuttings. It is also possible to propagate from seed, but it is not as reliable.
Where to Find Habranthus concinnus
Habranthus concinnus can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America.
Habranthus concinnus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Habranthus concinnus?
Habranthus concinnus
What is the family of Habranthus concinnus?
Amaryllidaceae
What is the origin of Habranthus concinnus?
South America
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,