Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
vittatus
ID:
647673

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.M.Howard

Source:
wcs

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Herbertia 46: 115 (1990 publ. 1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000647005

Common Names

  • Habranthus vittatus
  • Vittatus Habranthus
  • Rain Lily

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Description

Habranthus vittatus (also called Striped Habranthus, among many other common names) is a bulbous perennial native to South America. It has small, round leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as forests and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Habranthus vittatus is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and parks. It is known for its bright and attractive flowers, and its long flowering period. It is also used in traditional medicine, with its leaves being used to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Habranthus vittatus is a bright yellow, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with thin, wiry stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Habranthus vittatus is a small, evergreen, perennial shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to South America and is found in Brazil, Argentina, and Uruguay. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Habranthus vittatus

Habranthus vittatus can be found in India, Nepal, and Bhutan.

Habranthus vittatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Habranthus vittatus?

Habranthus vittatus

What is the natural habitat of Habranthus vittatus?

Habranthus vittatus is native to Brazil.

What is the flowering period of Habranthus vittatus?

Habranthus vittatus typically flowers from April to May.

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-276769: Based on the initial data import
Thaddeus Monroe Howard (b.1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.M.Howard' in the authors string.