Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Species:
paraensis
ID:
838405

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.C.Assis

Source:
wcs

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 58: 267 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000837740



Common Names

  • Alstroemeria paraensis
  • Paraensis Alstroemeria
  • Paraensis's Alstroemeria


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Description

Alstroemeria paraensis (also called Para Alstroemeria, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb that grows up to 20 cm tall. It is found in Brazil, and it prefers humid montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Alstroemeria paraensis is a popular ornamental plant and is used in gardens and landscapes for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and to provide shade.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Alstroemeria paraensis has small, white flowers with a yellow-green lip. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, with two to three leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chamaedorea coclensis is a hardy, drought-tolerant plant that prefers a sunny location. It can be grown in a variety of soils, from sandy to clay. Propagation is usually done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining soil.

Where to Find Alstroemeria paraensis

Alstroemeria paraensis is native to the tropical rainforests of Brazil.

Alstroemeria paraensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alstroemeria paraensis?

Alstroemeria paraensis

What is the common name of Alstroemeria paraensis?

Paraensis' alstroemeria

What is the natural habitat of Alstroemeria paraensis?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

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

Marta Camargo de Assis (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.C.Assis' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77087394-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.