Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
argentinum
ID:
660143

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pax) Hunz.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Kurtziana 4: 13 (1967)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000659475

Common Names

  • Hippeastrum argentinum
  • Argentinum Hippeastrum
  • Argentinum

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Description

Hippeastrum argentinum (also called Argentine Hippeastrum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Amaryllidaceae family. It is native to Brazil and can be found in tropical and subtropical moist forests. It is a small shrub with ovate-lanceolate leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Hippeastrum argentinum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It has a tall, upright habit and is drought tolerant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat digestive ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hippeastrum argentinum is red, with a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Hippeastrum argentinum: This plant is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring, and divisions can be taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Hippeastrum argentinum

Hippeastrum argentinum can be found in Argentina.

Hippeastrum argentinum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hippeastrum argentinum?

Hippeastrum argentinum

What is the common name of Hippeastrum argentinum?

Argentine Hippeastrum

What is the natural habitat of Hippeastrum argentinum?

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-278089: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand Albin Pax (1858-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pax' in the authors string.
Armando Theodoro Hunziker (1919-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hunz.' in the authors string.