Status:
valid
Authors:
(Cárdenas) Dutilh
Source:
wcs
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Taxon 46: 18 (1997)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000660989
Common Names
- Hippeastrum Paquichanum
- Peruvian Amaryllis
- Peruvian Lily
Synonyms
- Amaryllis paquichana Cárdenas [unknown]
Description
Hippeastrum paquichanum (also called Paquichan Amaryllis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Amaryllidaceae family. It is a bulbous perennial, with a height of up to 1 meter. It is native to Mexico. It is found in dry, rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Hippeastrum paquichanum is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and antioxidant properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hippeastrum paquichanum is a bright red color and is shaped like a star. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and round.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hippeastrum paquichanum 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 pink 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 paquichanum
Hippeastrum paquichanum can be found in the tropical regions of South America.
Hippeastrum paquichanum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hippeastrum paquichanum?
Hippeastrum paquichanum
What is the common name of Hippeastrum paquichanum?
Paquichan Amaryllis
What is the natural habitat of Hippeastrum paquichanum?
It is native to Peru.
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
Julie H.A. Dutilh: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dutilh' in the authors string.