Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
blossfeldiae
ID:
660334

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Traub & J.L.Doran) Van Scheepen

Source:
wcs

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Taxon 46: 17 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000659666

Common Names

  • Blossfeld's Hippeastrum
  • Hippeastrum Blossfeldiae
  • Blossfeld's

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Synonyms

  • Amaryllis blossfeldiae Traub & J.L.Doran [unknown]

Description

Hippeastrum blossfeldiae (also called Blossfeld's Hippeastrum, among many other common names) is a bulbous perennial that grows up to 0.6 m in height. It is native to South America and is found in tropical and subtropical habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Hippeastrum blossfeldiae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in landscaping and as a ground cover. The plant is drought tolerant and can be used in xeriscaping. It is also used for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Hippeastrum blossfeldiae has large, white, trumpet-shaped flowers with yellow anthers. Seed: The seeds of Hippeastrum blossfeldiae are small, black and round. Seedlings: The seedlings of Hippeastrum blossfeldiae are small and have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hippeastrum blossfeldiae is a bulbous perennial that grows up to 1 m (3 ft) tall. It can be propagated from seed or bulb division. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.

Where to Find Hippeastrum blossfeldiae

Hippeastrum blossfeldiae can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Hippeastrum blossfeldiae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hippeastrum blossfeldiae?

Hippeastrum blossfeldiae

What is the common name of Hippeastrum blossfeldiae?

Blossfeld's Hippeastrum

What is the natural habitat of Hippeastrum blossfeldiae?

It is native to Mexico

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-278107: Based on the initial data import
Hamilton Paul Traub (1890-1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Traub' in the authors string.
Johan Van Scheepen (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Van Scheepen' in the authors string.
John Leonard Doran (b.1914): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.L.Doran' in the authors string.