Alstroemeria itatiaica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
itatiaica
ID:
759846
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ravenna
Source:
wcs
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Onira 5: 38 (2000)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000759179
Common Names
- Itatiaica Alstroemeria
- Peruvian Lily
- Lily of the Incas
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Alstroemeria itatiaica (also called Itatiaia Alstroemeria, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Brazil. It has a creeping habit and grows up to 30 cm in height. It has long, narrow leaves and produces white, yellow, pink, orange, or red flowers. It is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Alstroemeria itatiaica 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 itatiaica 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 itatiaica is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green plants with long, narrow leaves.
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Alstroemeria itatiaica 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 itatiaica
Alstroemeria itatiaica can be found in the Andes Mountains of South America, from Peru to Chile.
Alstroemeria itatiaica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Alstroemeria itatiaica?
Alstroemeria itatiaica
What is the common name of Alstroemeria itatiaica?
Itatiaica Peruvian lily
What is the natural habitat of Alstroemeria itatiaica?
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
Pierfelice Ravenna (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ravenna' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1018282-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.