Status:
valid
Authors:
(L.Bolus) H.E.K.Hartmann
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Illustr. Handb. Succ. Pl. Aizoaceae A-E: 183. 2001.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000639292
Common Names
- Deilanthe hilmarii
- Hilmarii Deilanthe
- Deilanthe Hilmarii
Synonyms
- Nananthus hilmarii (L.Bolus) G.D.Rowley [unknown]
- Aloinopsis hilmarii (L.Bolus) L.Bolus [unknown]
- Cheiridopsis hilmarii L.Bolus [unknown]
Description
Deilanthe hilmarii (also called Hilmar's False-Lily, among many other common names) is an evergreen, herbaceous perennial native to Bolivia and Paraguay. It has lance-shaped leaves and produces white flowers with yellow centers. It is found in dry, open forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Deilanthe hilmarii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomachaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Deilanthe hilmarii are small, white, and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Deilanthe hilmarii is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in a well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings, but it can also be propagated from seed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Deilanthe hilmarii
Deilanthe hilmarii can be found in tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia, including Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia.
Deilanthe hilmarii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Deilanthe hilmarii?
Deilanthe hilmarii
What is the common name of Deilanthe hilmarii?
Hilmar's Pineapple Lily
What is the natural habitat of Deilanthe hilmarii?
Grasslands and open woodlands
Species in the Deilanthe genus
Species in the Aizoaceae family