Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Species:
cantillanica
ID:
759743

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ravenna

Source:
wcs

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 64: 285 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000759076



Common Names

  • Cantillanica Alstroemeria
  • Alstroemeria
  • Inca Lily


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Description

Alstroemeria cantillanica (also called Peruvian lily, lily of the Incas, parrot lily, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Chile and Argentina. It grows in moist and sunny habitats, forming clumps of stems up to 1 m tall with narrow, lance-shaped leaves. The flowers are usually bright orange or yellow, with a darker center, and are borne in clusters of 2-3 at the top of the stems.

Uses & Benefits

Alstroemeria cantillanica 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

Alstroemeria cantillanica has bright, colorful flowers that bloom in the summer. Its seeds are small, black, and round. Its seedlings have thin, wiry stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alstroemeria cantillanica 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 cantillanica

Alstroemeria cantillanica can be found in the wild in the southern regions of South America, including Argentina, Uruguay, and Chile.

Alstroemeria cantillanica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alstroemeria cantillanica?

Alstroemeria cantillanica

What are the common names of Alstroemeria cantillanica?

Lily of the Incas, Peruvian lily

What is the natural habitat of Alstroemeria cantillanica?

Alstroemeria cantillanica 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

Pierfelice Ravenna (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ravenna' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:271992-2: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.