Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Species:
cultrifolia
ID:
759763

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ravenna

Source:
wcs

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Onira 5(8): 37 (2000).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000759096



Common Names

  • Cultrifolia Lily
  • Sword Lily
  • Cultivated Alstroemeria


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Description

Alstroemeria cultrifolia (also called Cutleaf Lily, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the grasslands of Chile and Argentina. It has a clumping habit, with long, slender stems and narrow, lance-shaped leaves. The flowers are typically white, pink, or yellow, with a yellow center. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Alstroemeria cultrifolia is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes. It has anti-inflammatory properties and can be used to treat skin conditions such as burns, cuts, and eczema.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Alstroemeria cultrifolia has white, pink or yellow flowers with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, green, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alstroemeria cultrifolia is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate from cuttings or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Water regularly and fertilize lightly. Propagation is best done in spring or summer.

Where to Find Alstroemeria cultrifolia

Alstroemeria cultrifolia can be found in the Andes mountains of Chile and Argentina.

Alstroemeria cultrifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alstroemeria cultrifolia?

Alstroemeria cultrifolia

What is the common name of Alstroemeria cultrifolia?

Cultrifolia lily

What is the natural habitat of Alstroemeria cultrifolia?

Alstroemeria cultrifolia is native to Chile and Argentina

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:330406-2: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.