Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Species:
cunha
ID:
759765

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vell.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1829

Citation Micro:
Fl. Flumin. 3: 131, t. 121 (1829)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000759098



Common Names

  • Cunha Lily
  • Cunha's Lily
  • Cunha's Alstroemeria


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Description

Alstroemeria cunha (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 orange, with a darker center, and are borne in clusters of 2-3 at the top of the stems.

Uses & Benefits

Alstroemeria cunha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It has also been used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Alstroemeria cunha is a bright yellow color and has six petals. The seed is a small, dark brown oval shape. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alstroemeria cunha is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed, cuttings, or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks during the growing season. Deadheading the flowers will help to encourage more blooms.

Where to Find Alstroemeria cunha

Alstroemeria cunha is native to Brazil.

Alstroemeria cunha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alstroemeria cunha?

Alstroemeria cunha

What is the common name of Alstroemeria cunha?

Cunha's Alstroemeria

What is the natural habitat of Alstroemeria cunha?

Alstroemeria cunha is native to the Andes Mountains in South America

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,

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