Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Species:
chapadensis
ID:
759747

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hoehne

Source:
wcs

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
Relat. Commiss. Linhas Telegr. Estratég. Matto Grosso Amazonas 5: 18 (1915)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000759080



Common Names

  • Chapadensis Alstroemeria
  • Alstroemeria
  • Inca Lily


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Description

Alstroemeria chapadensis (also called Chilean alstroemeria, 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 yellow, with a darker center, and are borne in clusters of 2-3 at the top of the stems.

Uses & Benefits

Alstroemeria chapadensis 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 chapadensis 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 chapadensis 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 chapadensis

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

Alstroemeria chapadensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alstroemeria chapadensis?

Alstroemeria chapadensis

What are the common names of Alstroemeria chapadensis?

Lily of the Incas, Peruvian lily

What is the natural habitat of Alstroemeria chapadensis?

Alstroemeria chapadensis is native to Brazil

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

Frederico Carlos Hoehne (1882-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hoehne' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:10169-2: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.