Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
wilsoniae
ID:
662584

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.L.Doran & F.W.Mey.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Herbertia 43: 10 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000661916

Common Names

  • Hippeastrum wilsoniae
  • Wilson's Hippeastrum
  • Wilson's Amaryllis

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Description

Hippeastrum wilsoniae (also called Wilson's Hippeastrum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico and Guatemala. It grows in dry, rocky areas and has white flowers with yellow centers. It has long, narrow leaves and a Wilson stem.

Uses & Benefits

Hippeastrum wilsoniae is a popular ornamental plant, and its flowers are used in cut flower arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hippeastrum wilsoniae is white with yellow anthers and a yellow stigma. The seed is small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hippeastrum wilsoniae can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be carefully dug up and the clumps divided into smaller sections, each with a few roots attached. These sections should then be replanted in a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Hippeastrum wilsoniae

Hippeastrum wilsoniae can be found in the tropical regions of South America, from Brazil to Argentina.

Hippeastrum wilsoniae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hippeastrum wilsoniae?

Hippeastrum wilsoniae

What is the common name of Hippeastrum wilsoniae?

Wilson's Hippeastrum

What is the natural habitat of Hippeastrum wilsoniae?

Hippeastrum wilsoniae is native to the tropical rainforests 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-278324: Based on the initial data import
John Leonard Doran (b.1914): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.L.Doran' in the authors string.
Fred W. Meyer: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.W.Mey.' in the authors string.