Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
morelianum
ID:
661553

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lem.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
Hort. Universel 4: 37 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000660885

Common Names

  • Hippeastrum Morelianum
  • Morelia Amaryllis
  • Chilean Belladonna

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Description

Hippeastrum morelianum (also called Morelia Amaryllis, among many other common names) is a bulbous plant native to Brazil. It has long, narrow leaves and produces large, bright red flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas, growing in crevices and on ledges.

Uses & Benefits

Hippeastrum morelianum 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 morelianum is a bright red color and is shaped like a star. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and round.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hippeastrum morelianum is a bulbous plant that grows up to 12 inches (30 cm) tall and up to 8 inches (20 cm) wide. It has large, bright yellow flowers. It is easy to propagate from bulbs or from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water sparingly and fertilize lightly.

Where to Find Hippeastrum morelianum

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

Hippeastrum morelianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hippeastrum morelianum?

Hippeastrum morelianum

What are the common names of Hippeastrum morelianum?

Morelian Hippeastrum

What is the growth habit of Hippeastrum morelianum?

It is a bulbous perennial with strap-shaped leaves and showy, trumpet-shaped flowers.

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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