Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
intiflorum
ID:
661294

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vargas) Gereau & Brako

Source:
wcs

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Novon 3: 28 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000660626

Common Names

  • Hippeastrum Intiflorum
  • Inti Amaryllis
  • Inti Lily

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Synonyms

  • Amaryllis intiflora Vargas [unknown]

Description

Hippeastrum intiflorum (also called the Inti Hippeastrum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to South America. It is a bulbous perennial with long, strap-like leaves and large, showy flowers. It is found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Hippeastrum intiflorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has a long flowering period and is easy to care for. It is also used in cut flower arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hippeastrum intiflorum is large and funnel-shaped, with a diameter of about 10 cm. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings have a globular shape and are covered with small spines.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hippeastrum intiflorum is a bulbous plant that can be propagated by seed or offsets. It prefers well-draining soil and full sun to partial shade. Water deeply but infrequently, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. Fertilize in spring and summer with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Hippeastrum intiflorum

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

Hippeastrum intiflorum FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Hippeastrum intiflorum?

Hippeastrum intiflorum prefers temperatures between 65-85°F (18-29°C)

What is the ideal light for Hippeastrum intiflorum?

Hippeastrum intiflorum prefers bright, indirect sunlight.

What is the ideal soil for Hippeastrum intiflorum?

Hippeastrum intiflorum prefers a well-draining, loamy soil.

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-278199: 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.