Habranthus estensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
estensis
ID:
646717
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ravenna
Source:
wcs
Year:
1974
Citation Micro:
Pl. Life 30: 46 (1974)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000646049
Common Names
- Habranthus estensis
- Estense Habranthus
- Estense Rainlily
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Habranthus estensis (also called Estensi's 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 estensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and can be used as a ground cover. It is also used as a source of food for birds and other wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Habranthus estensis 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Habranthus estensis 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 estensis
Habranthus estensis can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America.
Habranthus estensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Habranthus estensis?
Habranthus estensis
What type of plant is Habranthus estensis?
A bulbous perennial
What is the natural habitat of Habranthus estensis?
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-276671: Based on the initial data import
Pierfelice Ravenna (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ravenna' in the authors string.