Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
espiritense
ID:
660894

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Traub) H.E.Moore

Source:
wcs

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Baileya 11: 16 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000660226

Common Names

  • Hippeastrum Espiritense
  • Espiritense Amaryllis
  • Espiritense Hippeastrum

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Synonyms

  • Amaryllis espiritensis Traub [unknown]

Description

Hippeastrum espiritense (also called Espirito Santo Hippeastrum, among many other common names) is a small, perennial bulbous plant with a solitary, globose stem up to 4 cm in diameter. It is native to Brazil and grows in rocky hills and mountains.

Uses & Benefits

Hippeastrum espiritense is a popular ornamental plant and is often used in rock gardens, hanging baskets, and as a ground cover. It is also used in landscaping and as a border plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hippeastrum espiritense is white and trumpet-shaped. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and oval-shaped.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Hippeastrum espiritense: This plant is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix. Division should be done in spring or summer and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Hippeastrum espiritense

Hippeastrum espiritense can be found in Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Hippeastrum espiritense FAQ

What is the origin of Hippeastrum espiritense?

Hippeastrum espiritense is native to Brazil.

What is the flower color of Hippeastrum espiritense?

The flowers of Hippeastrum espiritense are typically white with pink or purple stripes.

What is the hardiness zone of Hippeastrum espiritense?

Hippeastrum espiritense is hardy in USDA zones 9-11.

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-278161: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Moore (1917-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.E.Moore' in the authors string.
Hamilton Paul Traub (1890-1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Traub' in the authors string.