Alstroemeria kingii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kingii
ID:
759852
Status:
valid
Authors:
Phil.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1873
Citation Micro:
Anales Univ. Chile 1873: 548 (1873)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000759185
Common Names
- Kingii Lily
- King's Lily
- King's Alstroemeria
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Alstroemeria kingii (also called 'King's Alstroemeria', among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to South America. It has bright yellow flowers with long, narrow petals and grows in moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is often found in grasslands, open woodlands, and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Alstroemeria kingii 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 kingii 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 kingii is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green plants with long, narrow leaves.
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Alstroemeria kingii 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 kingii
Alstroemeria kingii can be found in the Andes Mountains of South America, from Peru to Chile.
Alstroemeria kingii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Alstroemeria kingii?
Alstroemeria kingii
What is the common name of Alstroemeria kingii?
King's Peruvian lily
What is the natural habitat of Alstroemeria kingii?
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
Rodolfo Amando Philippi (1808-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Phil.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:62538-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.