Status:
valid
Authors:
Montesinos, A.Pauca & Revilla
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Blumea 61: 4 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345891
Common Names
- Tigridia arequipensis
- Arequipa Tigridia
- Arequipensis Tigridia
Description
Tigridia arequipensis (also called Tigridia arequipensis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is native to tropical Africa and Asia, and is found in open woodlands and grasslands. This species grows to a height of 1-2 m, and has yellowish-green flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Tigridia arequipensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tigridia arequipensis has small, white flowers with yellowish-green lips. The seed capsules are small and contain small, black seeds. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tigridia arequipensis is a bulbous plant native to Peru. It can be propagated from seeds or by division of the bulbs. It prefers a sunny, well-drained location and can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It should be kept in a well-draining soil and watered regularly. Fertilizer should be applied in the spring and summer months.
Where to Find Tigridia arequipensis
Tigridia arequipensis is native to Peru.
Tigridia arequipensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tigridia arequipensis?
Tigridia arequipensis
What type of plant is Tigridia arequipensis?
It is a bulbous perennial herb.
Where is Tigridia arequipensis found?
It is found in Peru and Bolivia.
Species in the Tigridia genus
Tigridia mariaetrinitatis,
Tigridia raimondii,
Tigridia van-houttei,
Tigridia estelae,
Tigridia chrysantha,
Tigridia martinezii,
Tigridia potosina,
Tigridia catarinensis,
Tigridia alpestris,
Tigridia durangensis,
Tigridia dugesii,
Tigridia flammea,
Tigridia chiapensis,
Tigridia bicolor,
Tigridia augusta,
Tigridia hintonii,
Tigridia inusitata,
Tigridia immaculata,
Tigridia illecebrosa,
Tigridia huyanae,
Tigridia ehrenbergii,
Tigridia albicans,
Tigridia hallbergii,
Tigridia galanthoides,
Tigridia huajuapanensis,
Tigridia matudae,
Tigridia mortonii,
Tigridia philippiana,
Tigridia pearcei,
Tigridia pavonia,
Tigridia multiflora,
Tigridia molseediana,
Tigridia minuta,
Tigridia mexicana,
Tigridia meleagris,
Tigridia orthantha,
Tigridia violacea,
Tigridia venusta,
Tigridia pulchella,
Tigridia tepoxtlana,
Tigridia seleriana,
Tigridia purruchucana,
Tigridia purpusii,
Tigridia amatlanensis,
Tigridia gracielae,
Tigridia rzedowskiana,
Tigridia suarezii,
Tigridia pugana,
Tigridia conzattii,
Tigridia longispatha,
Species in the Iridaceae family
Alophia drummondii,
Alophia intermedia,
Alophia medusa,
Alophia silvestris,
Alophia veracruzana,
Aristea abyssinica,
Aristea africana,
Aristea alata,
Aristea anceps,
Aristea angolensis,
Aristea angustifolia,
Aristea bakeri,
Aristea bequaertii,
Aristea biflora,
Aristea cantharophila,
Aristea capitata,
Aristea cladocarpa,
Aristea compressa,
Aristea cuspidata,
Aristea dichotoma,
Aristea djalonis,
Aristea ecklonii,
Aristea fimbriata,
Aristea flexicaulis,
Aristea galpinii,
Aristea glauca,
Aristea goetzei,
Aristea grandis,
Aristea humbertii,
Aristea inaequalis,
Aristea juncifolia,
Aristea kitchingii,
Aristea latifolia,
Aristea lugens,
Aristea madagascariensis,
Aristea montana,
Aristea monticola,
Aristea nyikensis,
Aristea oligocephala,
Aristea palustris,
Aristea parviflora,
Aristea pauciflora,
Aristea platycaulis,
Aristea polycephala,
Aristea pusilla,
Aristea racemosa,
Aristea ranomafana,
Aristea recisa,
Aristea rigidifolia,
Aristea rupicola,
References
I. Revilla: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Revilla' in the authors string.