Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
breviflorum
ID:
660399

Status:
valid

Authors:
Herb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1837

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. 64: t. 3549 (1837)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000659731

Common Names

  • Breviflorum Hippeastrum
  • Short-flowered Hippeastrum
  • Small-flowered Hippeastrum

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Description

Hippeastrum breviflorum (also called Short-Flowered 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 breviflorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make herbal teas and medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hippeastrum breviflorum has small, bell-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 breviflorum can be propagated by division of the bulbs. Plant the bulbs in a well-draining soil mix and water regularly. Place the pot in a warm, sunny spot and fertilize monthly during the growing season. In the winter, reduce watering and stop fertilizing.

Where to Find Hippeastrum breviflorum

Hippeastrum breviflorum can be found in the tropical regions of South America.

Hippeastrum breviflorum FAQ

What is the best soil for Hippeastrum breviflorum?

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

How much sunlight does Hippeastrum breviflorum need?

Hippeastrum breviflorum needs full sun to partial shade.

How often should I water Hippeastrum breviflorum?

Water Hippeastrum breviflorum 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,

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