Status:
valid
Authors:
(Traub) H.E.Moore
Source:
wcs
Year:
1963
Citation Micro:
Baileya 11: 16 (1963)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000659421
Common Names
- Hippeastrum apertispathum
- Apertispathum's Hippeastrum
- Apertispathum Hippeastrum
Synonyms
- Amaryllis apertispatha Traub [unknown]
Description
Hippeastrum apertispathum (also called Hippeastrum, among many other common names) is a perennial bulbous plant native to South America. It has lanceolate leaves and white flowers. It grows in wet, shady areas, such as along streams and in forests.
Uses & Benefits
Hippeastrum apertispathum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Hippeastrum apertispathum flower is a white, fragrant, four-petaled bloom with a yellow center. The seed is a flat, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hippeastrum apertispathum is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly during the growing season and reduce watering in winter. Fertilize monthly during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Hippeastrum apertispathum
Hippeastrum apertispathum is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America, such as Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.
Hippeastrum apertispathum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hippeastrum apertispathum?
Hippeastrum apertispathum
What is the common name of Hippeastrum apertispathum?
Apertispathum Hippeastrum
What type of plant is Hippeastrum apertispathum?
Bulbous plant
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,