Status:
valid
Authors:
Ravenna
Source:
wcs
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Onira 3: 56 (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000646256
Common Names
- Habranthus itaobinus
- Itaobi Habranthus
- Itaobi Rain Lily
Description
Habranthus itaobinus (also called Habranthus itaobinus, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant with short, thick rhizomes and short-stalked leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Habranthus itaobinus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Habranthus itaobinus is a small, yellow, 5-petaled flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with round, dark green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Habranthus itaobinus is a bulbous plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize once a month during the growing season.
Where to Find Habranthus itaobinus
Habranthus itaobinus can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America.
Habranthus itaobinus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Habranthus itaobinus?
Habranthus itaobinus
What is the family of Habranthus itaobinus?
Amaryllidaceae
What is the common name of Habranthus itaobinus?
Itaobinus' habranthus
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,