Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Species:
pelegrina
ID:
759928

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1762

Citation Micro:
Pl. Alströmeria : 10 (1762)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000759261



Common Names

  • Pelegrina Alstroemeria
  • Pelegrina Lily
  • Andean Lily


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Description

Alstroemeria pelegrina (also called Pelegrina Lily, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the Andes of Peru and Chile. It has long, thin stems and bright green leaves. The flowers are usually white or pink and have a long, tubular shape. It grows in moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some shade.

Uses & Benefits

Alstroemeria pelegrina is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and flower beds. It is also used in cut flower arrangements and bouquets. The plant is known for its long-lasting blooms, which can last up to two weeks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Alstroemeria pelegrina has white, pink or yellow flowers with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, green, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alstroemeria pelegrina can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade and should be watered regularly. It should be fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Alstroemeria pelegrina

Alstroemeria pelegrina is native to South America and can be found in nurseries and garden centers.

Alstroemeria pelegrina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alstroemeria pelegrina?

Alstroemeria pelegrina

What is the common name of Alstroemeria pelegrina?

Peruvian Lily

What is the natural habitat of Alstroemeria pelegrina?

Alstroemeria pelegrina is native to Peru and Bolivia

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

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:62581-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.