Alstroemeria gardneri - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gardneri
ID:
759808
Status:
valid
Authors:
Baker
Source:
wcs
Year:
1877
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 15: 261 (1877)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000759141
Common Names
- Gardneri Alstroemeria
- Peruvian Lily
- Lily of the Incas
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Alstroemeria gardneri (also called Gardner's Alstroemeria, among many other common names) is a perennial plant with white and purple 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 gardneri is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and flower beds. It has a long flowering period and is known for its bright and vibrant colours. It is also used in cut flower arrangements as it has a long vase life.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Alstroemeria gardneri is a deep red with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and spindly.
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Alstroemeria gardneri can be propagated by division in spring or early summer. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or part shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Alstroemeria gardneri
Alstroemeria gardneri is native to the Andes mountains of Chile and Argentina.
Alstroemeria gardneri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Alstroemeria gardneri?
Alstroemeria gardneri
What is the common name of Alstroemeria gardneri?
Gardner's Peruvian lily
What is the natural habitat of Alstroemeria gardneri?
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,
References
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:62515-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.