Pancratium sanctae-mariae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sanctae-mariae
ID:
1318848
Status:
valid
Authors:
Blatt. & Hallb.
Source:
ipni
Year:
1921
Citation Micro:
J. Indian Bot. 2: 52 (1921)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001331302
Common Names
- Pancratium
- Sanctae-mariae
- Pancratium sanctae-mariae
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pancratium sanctae-mariae (also called St. Mary's Lily, among many other common names) is a bulbous perennial native to the Mediterranean. It has a short stem and its leaves are long and linear. It grows in sandy, coastal habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Pancratium sanctae-mariae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for treating digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pancratium sanctae-mariae is white and has five petals. The seed is small and round with a dark brown color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pancratium sanctae-mariae is a perennial herb that grows in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil in spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a well-drained soil.
Where to Find Pancratium sanctae-mariae
Pancratium sanctae-mariae is native to the Andes Mountains in South America, including Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Pancratium sanctae-mariae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pancratium sanctae-mariae?
Pancratium sanctae-mariae
What is the common name of Pancratium sanctae-mariae?
St. Mary's Lily
Where is Pancratium sanctae-mariae native to?
Caribbean
Species in the Pancratium genus
Pancratium canariense, Pancratium centrale, Pancratium biflorum, Pancratium arabicum, Pancratium illyricum, Pancratium donaldi, Pancratium foetidum, Pancratium verecundum, Pancratium landesii, Pancratium zeylanicum, Pancratium parvicoronatum, Pancratium parvum, Pancratium longiflorum, Pancratium maritimum, Pancratium maximum, Pancratium trianthum, Pancratium tenuifolium, Pancratium tortuosum, Pancratium triflorum, Pancratium sickenbergeri, Pancratium st-mariae, Pancratium sanctae-mariae, Pancratium nairii,
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
Ethelbert Blatter (1877-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blatt.' in the authors string.
F. Hallberg (d.1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hallb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:66505-1: Based on the initial data import