Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
bukasovii
ID:
660418

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vargas) Gereau & Brako

Source:
wcs

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Novon 3: 28 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000659750

Common Names

  • Bukasovii Hippeastrum
  • Bukasov's Hippeastrum
  • Bukasov Hippeastrum

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Description

Hippeastrum bukasovii (also called Bukasov's 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 bukasovii 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 bukasovii 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 bukasovii can be propagated from bulb offsets. To propagate, remove the offsets from the parent bulb and allow them to dry for a few days. Once the offsets have dried, place them in a potting mix and lightly press them into the soil. Water the soil and keep it moist until the offsets have rooted. Once the offsets have rooted, they can be transplanted into a larger pot.

Where to Find Hippeastrum bukasovii

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

Hippeastrum bukasovii FAQ

What is the best soil for Hippeastrum bukasovii?

Hippeastrum bukasovii prefers well-draining soil with a pH of 6-7.

What is the best temperature for Hippeastrum bukasovii?

Hippeastrum bukasovii prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).

How much light does Hippeastrum bukasovii need?

Hippeastrum bukasovii needs bright, indirect light.

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-278115: Based on the initial data import
Julio César Vargas Calderón (1903-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vargas' in the authors string.
Roy Emile Gereau (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gereau' in the authors string.
Lois Brako (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brako' in the authors string.