Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
aglaiae
ID:
659923

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Castell.) Hunz. & Cocucci

Source:
wcs

Year:
1959

Citation Micro:
Bol. Acad. Nac. Ci. Republ. Argent. 41: 12 (1959)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000659255

Common Names

  • Hippeastrum aglaiae
  • Aglaia's Hippeastrum
  • Aglaia's Amaryllis

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Synonyms

  • Amaryllis aglaiae A.Cast. [unknown]

Description

Hippeastrum aglaiae (also called Aglaia's Amaryllis, among many other common names) is a bulbous perennial plant native to Brazil and Argentina. It has long, strap-like leaves and produces large, fragrant, trumpet-shaped flowers in shades of pink, white, and red. It is typically found in grasslands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Hippeastrum aglaiae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a cut flower and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Hippeastrum aglaiae are white and fragrant, with a yellowish center. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval in shape. The seedlings are small and have a pale green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hippeastrum aglaiae is a bulbous perennial that can reach up to 1 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny position. Division can be done in spring or summer by carefully digging up the clumps and dividing them into smaller sections.

Where to Find Hippeastrum aglaiae

Hippeastrum aglaiae can be found in Central and South America.

Hippeastrum aglaiae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hippeastrum aglaiae?

Hippeastrum aglaiae

What is the common name of Hippeastrum aglaiae?

Aglaiae Hippeastrum

What is the natural habitat of Hippeastrum aglaiae?

Tropical and subtropical regions

Species in the Hippeastrum genus

Hippeastrum aglaiae, Hippeastrum amaru, Hippeastrum andreanum, Hippeastrum angustifolium, Hippeastrum apertispathum, Hippeastrum arboricola, Hippeastrum argentinum, Hippeastrum aulicum, Hippeastrum aviflorum, Hippeastrum blossfeldiae, Hippeastrum brasilianum, Hippeastrum breviflorum, Hippeastrum bukasovii, Hippeastrum caiaponicum, Hippeastrum calyptratum, Hippeastrum canterai, Hippeastrum caupolicanense, Hippeastrum condemaitae, Hippeastrum correiense, Hippeastrum curitibanum, Hippeastrum cuzcoense, Hippeastrum cybister, Hippeastrum damazianum, Hippeastrum divijulianum, Hippeastrum doraniae, Hippeastrum elegans, Hippeastrum espiritense, Hippeastrum evansiae, Hippeastrum ferreyrae, Hippeastrum forgetii, Hippeastrum fragrantissimum, Hippeastrum fuscum, Hippeastrum gertianum, Hippeastrum glaucescens, Hippeastrum goianum, Hippeastrum guarapuavicum, Hippeastrum harrisonii, Hippeastrum hemographes, Hippeastrum hugoi, Hippeastrum iguazuanum, Hippeastrum incachacanum, Hippeastrum intiflorum, Hippeastrum kromeri, Hippeastrum lapacense, Hippeastrum leonardii, Hippeastrum leopoldii, Hippeastrum leucobasis, Hippeastrum macbridei, Hippeastrum machupijchense, Hippeastrum mandonii,

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-278069: Based on the initial data import
Armando Theodoro Hunziker (1919-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hunz.' in the authors string.
Aldo Castellani (1874-1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Castell.' in the authors string.
Alfredo Elio Cocucci (1926-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cocucci' in the authors string.