Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
erectus
ID:
646706

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ravenna

Source:
wcs

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Not. Mens. Mus. Nac. Hist. Nat. 15(173): 4 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000646038

Common Names

  • Habranthus erectus
  • Erect Habranthus
  • Erect Rainlily

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Description

Habranthus erectus (also called Pink Rain Lily, among many other common names) is a bulbous perennial plant with long, narrow, grass-like leaves and pink, bell-shaped flowers. It is native to South America, and is commonly found in grasslands, woodlands, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Habranthus erectus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Habranthus erectus flowers are small and white with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and fragile.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Habranthus erectus is a bulbous perennial that is native to Argentina and Uruguay. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or offsets. It is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Habranthus erectus

Habranthus erectus is found in South America.

Habranthus erectus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Habranthus erectus?

Habranthus erectus

What type of plant is Habranthus erectus?

A bulbous perennial

What is the natural habitat of Habranthus erectus?

It is native to Brazil

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-276670: Based on the initial data import
Pierfelice Ravenna (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ravenna' in the authors string.