Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Species:
foliosa
ID:
759802

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mart.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1829

Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg., ed. 15 bis 7: 740 (1829)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000759135



Common Names

  • Peruvian Lily
  • Lily of the Incas
  • Parrot Lily


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Description

Alstroemeria foliosa (also called Leafy Alstroemeria, among many other common names) is a perennial plant with white and pink flowers that grows to a height of up to 1 m. It is native to the Andes Mountains in South America and is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Alstroemeria foliosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for medicinal purposes, and for making rope and string.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Alstroemeria foliosa is a deep purple with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alstroemeria foliosa can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers a well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded position. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F).

Where to Find Alstroemeria foliosa

Alstroemeria foliosa is native to the Andes mountains of Chile and Argentina.

Alstroemeria foliosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alstroemeria foliosa?

Alstroemeria foliosa

What is the common name of Alstroemeria foliosa?

Foliole Peruvian lily

What is the natural habitat of Alstroemeria foliosa?

It is native to South America, primarily in the Andes Mountains

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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