Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Species:
bakeri
ID:
759729

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pax

Source:
wcs

Year:
1889

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 11: 335 (1889)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000759062



Common Names

  • Bakeri Alstroemeria
  • Alstroemeria
  • Inca Lily


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Description

Alstroemeria bakeri (also called Baker's Peruvian Lily, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with narrow, lance-shaped leaves and bright, showy flowers. It is native to South America and grows in moist, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Alstroemeria bakeri is used for ornamental purposes in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin conditions, digestive issues, and boosting the immune system.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Alstroemeria bakeri is white or pink in color. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alstroemeria bakeri is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or by taking cuttings in summer. It is also possible to propagate it from seed, although this is a slow process.

Where to Find Alstroemeria bakeri

Alstroemeria bakeri is native to the tropical forests of South America. It can be found in the wild in countries such as Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay.

Alstroemeria bakeri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alstroemeria bakeri?

Alstroemeria bakeri

What are the common names of Alstroemeria bakeri?

Lily of the Incas, Peruvian lily

What is the natural habitat of Alstroemeria bakeri?

Alstroemeria bakeri is native to Peru

Species in the Alstroemeria genus

Alstroemeria achirae, Alstroemeria altoparadisea, Alstroemeria amazonica, Alstroemeria andina, Alstroemeria angustifolia, Alstroemeria annapolina, Alstroemeria apertiflora, Alstroemeria aquidauanica, Alstroemeria arnicana, Alstroemeria aulica, Alstroemeria aurea, Alstroemeria bahiensis, Alstroemeria bakeri, Alstroemeria bilabiata, Alstroemeria brasiliensis, Alstroemeria burchellii, Alstroemeria caiaponica, Alstroemeria cantillanica, Alstroemeria caryophyllaea, Alstroemeria chapadensis, Alstroemeria chorillensis, Alstroemeria crispata, Alstroemeria cuiabana, Alstroemeria cultrifolia, Alstroemeria cunha, Alstroemeria decora, Alstroemeria diluta, Alstroemeria discolor, Alstroemeria douradensis, Alstroemeria espigonensis, Alstroemeria exserens, Alstroemeria fiebrigiana, Alstroemeria foliosa, Alstroemeria fuscovinosa, Alstroemeria garaventae, Alstroemeria gardneri, Alstroemeria glaucandra, Alstroemeria graminea, Alstroemeria hookeri, Alstroemeria huemulina, Alstroemeria ibitipocae, Alstroemeria igarapavica, Alstroemeria inodora, Alstroemeria isabellana, Alstroemeria itabiritensis, Alstroemeria itatiaica, Alstroemeria jocunda, Alstroemeria julieae, Alstroemeria kingii, Alstroemeria lactilutea,

Species in the Alstroemeriaceae family

Alstroemeria achirae, Alstroemeria altoparadisea, Alstroemeria amazonica, Alstroemeria andina, Alstroemeria angustifolia, Alstroemeria annapolina, Alstroemeria apertiflora, Alstroemeria aquidauanica, Alstroemeria arnicana, Alstroemeria aulica, Alstroemeria aurea, Alstroemeria bahiensis, Alstroemeria bakeri, Alstroemeria bilabiata, Alstroemeria brasiliensis, Alstroemeria burchellii, Alstroemeria caiaponica, Alstroemeria cantillanica, Alstroemeria caryophyllaea, Alstroemeria chapadensis, Alstroemeria chorillensis, Alstroemeria crispata, Alstroemeria cuiabana, Alstroemeria cultrifolia, Alstroemeria cunha, Alstroemeria decora, Alstroemeria diluta, Alstroemeria discolor, Alstroemeria douradensis, Alstroemeria espigonensis, Alstroemeria exserens, Alstroemeria fiebrigiana, Alstroemeria foliosa, Alstroemeria fuscovinosa, Alstroemeria garaventae, Alstroemeria gardneri, Alstroemeria glaucandra, Alstroemeria graminea, Alstroemeria hookeri, Alstroemeria huemulina, Alstroemeria ibitipocae, Alstroemeria igarapavica, Alstroemeria inodora, Alstroemeria isabellana, Alstroemeria itabiritensis, Alstroemeria itatiaica, Alstroemeria jocunda, Alstroemeria julieae, Alstroemeria kingii, Alstroemeria lactilutea,

References

Ferdinand Albin Pax (1858-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pax' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:10164-2: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.