Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
brasilianum
ID:
660379

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Traub & J.L.Doran) Dutilh

Source:
wcs

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Taxon 46: 17 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000659711

Common Names

  • Brazilian Hippeastrum
  • Hippeastrum Brasilianum
  • Brazilian

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Description

Hippeastrum brasilianum (also called Brazilian Hippeastrum, among many other common names) is a bulbous plant with large, showy flowers in shades of pink, white, and yellow. It is native to South America and is typically found in moist, tropical areas.

Uses & Benefits

Hippeastrum brasilianum is commonly 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

Hippeastrum brasilianum has large, trumpet-shaped flowers that are white, pink, or red in color. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hippeastrum brasilianum is a bulbous plant native to Brazil. It can be propagated by division or seeds. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil. Water when the soil is dry and fertilize lightly in the spring and summer.

Where to Find Hippeastrum brasilianum

Hippeastrum brasilianum can be found in Brazil.

Hippeastrum brasilianum FAQ

What is the best soil for Hippeastrum brasilianum?

Well-drained, sandy soil is best for Hippeastrum brasilianum.

How much sunlight does Hippeastrum brasilianum need?

Hippeastrum brasilianum needs full sun to partial shade.

How often should I water Hippeastrum brasilianum?

Water Hippeastrum brasilianum every 7-10 days, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

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-278111: Based on the initial data import
Hamilton Paul Traub (1890-1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Traub' in the authors string.
Julie H.A. Dutilh: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dutilh' in the authors string.
John Leonard Doran (b.1914): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.L.Doran' in the authors string.