Status:
valid
Authors:
Roitman, J.A.Castillo & Maza
Source:
wcs
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Darwiniana 46: 67 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000912884
Common Names
- Habranthus Neumannii
- Neumannii Habranthus
- Neumannii's Habranthus
Description
Habranthus neumannii (also called Neumann's Habranthus, among many other common names) is a terrestrial bulb species native to Brazil. It has a single, erect stem with a single, terminal inflorescence. The leaves are lanceolate and the flowers are pink with a yellow center. It grows in moist, grassy meadows and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Habranthus neumannii is an ornamental plant that is often used as a houseplant. It is known for its long-lasting, brightly-colored flowers and its ability to tolerate low light conditions.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Habranthus neumannii has yellow flowers with a long spur. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Habranthus neumannii can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in early spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The clumps should be divided into small sections and replanted in a well-drained soil.
Where to Find Habranthus neumannii
Habranthus neumannii can be found in the wild in Argentina, Bolivia, Paraguay, and Uruguay.
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
Isabel Maza: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maza' in the authors string.