Status:
valid
Authors:
Ravenna
Source:
wcs
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Onira 10: 10 (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000795849
Common Names
- Habranthus saipinensis
- Saipinensis Habranthus
- Saipin Habranthus
Description
Habranthus saipinensis (also called Saipin Habranthus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Amaryllidaceae. It is native to Peru. It is a terrestrial herb that grows in tropical rainforests and is found in lowland and montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Habranthus saipinensis is used as an ornamental plant and as an ingredient in traditional medicines.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Habranthus saipinensis has small, white flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Habranthus saipinensis is a tropical evergreen shrub that is native to tropical Asia and the Pacific Islands. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or stem cuttings.
Where to Find Habranthus saipinensis
Habranthus saipinensis can be found in tropical forests in Central and South America.
Habranthus saipinensis FAQ
What is the common name of Habranthus saipinensis?
Saipin Habranthus
What is the natural habitat of Habranthus saipinensis?
Dry, rocky slopes and plains
What is the scientific name of Habranthus saipinensis?
Habranthus saipinensis
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,