Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
leucogyna
ID:
680135

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ravenna

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Onira 7: 2 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000679468

Common Names

  • White Leucocoryne
  • White Lily
  • White Star

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Description

Leucocoryne leucogyna (also called White-flowered Onion, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Amaryllidaceae family. It is a perennial herb growing to 0.2–0.5 m tall, with a woody base. It is native to South America, and it is found in dry, sunny habitats such as rocky slopes, cliffs, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Leucocoryne leucogyna is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Leucocoryne leucogyna is a white to pinkish-purple flower with four petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leucocoryne leucogyna can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil. Division should be done in spring or autumn. Plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart.

Where to Find Leucocoryne leucogyna

Leucocoryne leucogyna can be found in Chile and Argentina.

Leucocoryne leucogyna FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leucocoryne leucogyna?

Leucocoryne leucogyna

What is the common name of Leucocoryne leucogyna?

Leucogyna

What is the natural habitat of Leucocoryne leucogyna?

It is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands in the Mediterranean region

Species in the Leucocoryne genus

Leucocoryne leucogyna, Leucocoryne pachystyla, Leucocoryne conconensis, Leucocoryne quilimarina, Leucocoryne modesta, Leucocoryne mollensis, Leucocoryne coronata, Leucocoryne subulata, Leucocoryne editiana, Leucocoryne tricornis, Leucocoryne appendiculata, Leucocoryne angustipetala, Leucocoryne alliacea, Leucocoryne foetida, Leucocoryne odorata, Leucocoryne purpurea, Leucocoryne coquimbensis, Leucocoryne dimorphopetala, Leucocoryne narcissoides, Leucocoryne macropetala, Leucocoryne ixioides, Leucocoryne incrassata, Leucocoryne pauciflora, Leucocoryne reflexa, Leucocoryne gilliesioides, Leucocoryne simulans, Leucocoryne praealta, Leucocoryne vittata, Leucocoryne porphyrea, Leucocoryne fragrantissima, Leucocoryne fuscostriata, Leucocoryne valparadisea, Leucocoryne inclinata, Leucocoryne lilacea, Leucocoryne lurida, Leucocoryne angosturae, Leucocoryne arrayanensis, Leucocoryne codehuensis, Leucocoryne violacescens, Leucocoryne curacavina, Leucocoryne maulensis, Leucocoryne rungensis, Leucocoryne taguataguensis, Leucocoryne ungulifera, Leucocoryne candida, Leucocoryne talinensis, Leucocoryne lituecensis, Leucocoryne roblesiana, Leucocoryne conferta,

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-280072: Based on the initial data import
Pierfelice Ravenna (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ravenna' in the authors string.