Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
gertianum
ID:
661029

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ravenna) Dutilh

Source:
wcs

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Taxon 46: 17 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000660361

Common Names

  • Hippeastrum Gertianum
  • Gert's Amaryllis
  • Gert's Lily

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Synonyms

  • Amaryllis gertiana Ravenna [unknown]

Description

Hippeastrum gertianum (also called Gertianum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Amaryllidaceae. It is a small, succulent, perennial herb with a rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to South America and grows in rocky areas, in grasslands and in scrub.

Uses & Benefits

Hippeastrum gertianum is an ornamental plant that is used to decorate gardens and patios. It is also used as an accent plant in rock gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hippeastrum gertianum 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

Hippeastrum gertianum is a bulbous perennial that can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 8-11. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by dividing the bulbs, or by seed. Plant the bulbs in the fall, at a depth of 4-6 inches, and water well. The bulbs will produce flowers in the spring.

Where to Find Hippeastrum gertianum

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

Hippeastrum gertianum FAQ

What is the origin of Hippeastrum gertianum?

Hippeastrum gertianum is native to Peru.

What is the flower color of Hippeastrum gertianum?

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

What is the hardiness zone of Hippeastrum gertianum?

Hippeastrum gertianum 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-278174: Based on the initial data import
Pierfelice Ravenna (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ravenna' in the authors string.
Julie H.A. Dutilh: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dutilh' in the authors string.