Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pictus
ID:
647275

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ravenna

Source:
wcs

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Onira 3: 59 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000646607

Common Names

  • Pictus Habranthus
  • Habranthus Pictus
  • Pictus Dictyoneura

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Description

Habranthus pictus (also called 'Pictured Habranthus', among many other common names) is a bulbous perennial plant native to Argentina. It has long, narrow, grass-like leaves and white, star-shaped flowers that bloom in the summer. It grows in grasslands, savannas and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Habranthus pictus is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used to treat skin diseases and as an anti-inflammatory. It is also used in the production of perfumes and cosmetics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Habranthus pictus is a yellow, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Habranthus pictus can be propagated from seeds or offsets. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, bright location. Offsets can be divided from the parent plant and planted in a well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Habranthus pictus

Habranthus pictus can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, and El Salvador.

Habranthus pictus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Habranthus pictus?

Habranthus pictus

What is the common name of Habranthus pictus?

Habranthus Pictus

What type of plant is Habranthus pictus?

Habranthus Pictus is a bulbous perennial plant.

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-276732: Based on the initial data import
Pierfelice Ravenna (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ravenna' in the authors string.