Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
andreanum
ID:
660033

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
wcs

Year:
1880

Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. , n.s., 14: 424 (1880)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000659365

Common Names

  • Andean Amaryllis
  • Hippeastrum Andreanum
  • Striped Amaryllis

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Synonyms

  • Amaryllis andreana (Baker) Traub & Uphof [unknown]

Description

Hippeastrum andreanum (also called Andreanum Hippeastrum, among many other common names) is an evergreen bulbous plant native to South America. It has large, strap-like leaves and showy, trumpet-shaped flowers in shades of pink, red, and white. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It is often found in woodlands, grasslands, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Hippeastrum andreanum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower due to its attractive blooms. It is also used as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hippeastrum andreanum is a large, trumpet-shaped flower with six petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped leaves with a yellowish-green hue.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hippeastrum andreanum can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept at a temperature of around 20°C (68°F). The seedlings should be kept moist but not wet, and should be fertilized every two weeks. Division can be done in spring or autumn, with the divisions being replanted in a well-drained potting mix. Keep the divisions moist and fertilize every two weeks.

Where to Find Hippeastrum andreanum

Hippeastrum andreanum is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, Peru, and Venezuela.

Hippeastrum andreanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hippeastrum andreanum?

Hippeastrum andreanum

What is the common name of Hippeastrum andreanum?

Andreanum Amaryllis

What is the natural habitat of Hippeastrum andreanum?

It is native to South America.

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,

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