Status:
valid
Authors:
(Bury) Worsley
Source:
wcs
Year:
1929
Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. , ser. 3, 85: 377 (1929)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000660015
Common Names
- Hippeastrum Correiense
- Correiense Amaryllis
- Correiense Hippeastrum
Description
Hippeastrum correiense (also called Correiense, among many other common names) is an evergreen bulbous plant with large, showy flowers. It is native to Brazil and typically grows in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Hippeastrum correiense is a popular ornamental plant used to decorate gardens and homes. It is also used in landscaping and as a houseplant. The plant is known for its attractive foliage and its ability to tolerate drought and other harsh conditions.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hippeastrum correiense is a bright red trumpet-shaped bloom. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small, round, and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hippeastrum correiense can be propagated by division or by taking bulb offsets. To divide, carefully remove the plant from the pot and gently separate the offsets from the mother plant. Replant the offsets in well-draining soil and water thoroughly. To take bulb offsets, carefully remove the offsets from the mother bulb and plant in well-draining soil. Water thoroughly and keep in a warm, bright spot.
Where to Find Hippeastrum correiense
Hippeastrum correiense is native to Peru.
Hippeastrum correiense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hippeastrum correiense?
Hippeastrum correiense
What is the common name of Hippeastrum correiense?
Brazilian Amaryllis
What is the natural habitat of Hippeastrum correiense?
Tropical and subtropical regions of South America
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,