Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Species:
insignis
ID:
759839

Status:
valid

Authors:
Année ex Hérincq

Source:
wcs

Year:
1854

Citation Micro:
Hort. Franç. 4: 2 (1854)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000759172



Common Names

  • Insignis Alstroemeria
  • Peruvian Lily
  • Lily of the Incas


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Description

Alstroemeria insignis (also called Showy Alstroemeria, 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 insignis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and flower beds. It is also used as a cut flower for bouquets and arrangements. The flowers are known to attract butterflies and hummingbirds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Alstroemeria insignis is a bright, star-shaped bloom with six petals. It has a yellow center and petals that range in color from white to pink to purple. The seed of Alstroemeria insignis is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green plants with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alstroemeria insignis can be propagated by division or by seed. It is best to divide the plant in the spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in the spring and will take several weeks to germinate. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Alstroemeria insignis

Alstroemeria insignis can be found in the Andes Mountains of South America, from Peru to Chile.

Alstroemeria insignis FAQ

What are the ideal growing conditions for Alstroemeria insignis?

Alstroemeria insignis prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.

What is the average height of Alstroemeria insignis?

Alstroemeria insignis typically grows to a height of 1-2 feet.

What is the average lifespan of Alstroemeria insignis?

Alstroemeria insignis typically lives for 3-5 years.

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

François Hérincq (1820-1891): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hérincq' in the authors string.
Théodore Année (1850-1899): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Annee' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:62533-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.