Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
miniatum
ID:
661488

Status:
valid

Authors:
Herb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1821

Citation Micro:
Appendix : 31 (1821)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000660820

Common Names

  • Hippeastrum Miniatum
  • Miniatum Amaryllis
  • Miniatum Hippeastrum

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Synonyms

  • Amaryllis chilensis Ruiz & Pav. [illegitimate]
  • Amaryllis miniata Ruiz & Pav. [unknown]

Description

Hippeastrum miniatum (also called the Miniature 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 miniatum 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 miniatum is white and funnel-shaped. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, round and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hippeastrum miniatum 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 miniatum

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

Hippeastrum miniatum FAQ

What is the common name of Hippeastrum miniatum?

Miniature Amaryllis

What is the size of Hippeastrum miniatum?

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

What is the habitat of Hippeastrum miniatum?

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,

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