Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
leonardii
ID:
661367

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vargas) Gereau & Brako

Source:
wcs

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Novon 3: 29 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000660699

Common Names

  • Hippeastrum Leonardii
  • Leonard's Amaryllis
  • Leonard's Lily

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Synonyms

  • Amaryllis leonardii Vargas [unknown]

Description

Hippeastrum leonardii (also called Leonard's 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 leonardii 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 leonardii 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 leonardii 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 leonardii

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

Hippeastrum leonardii FAQ

What is the common name of Hippeastrum leonardii?

Leonard's Amaryllis

What is the size of Hippeastrum leonardii?

It can reach up to 40cm in height and 20cm in width

What is the habitat of Hippeastrum leonardii?

It is found in 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-278206: 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.