Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Species:
pulchra
ID:
759959

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sims

Source:
wcs

Year:
1823

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. 50: t. 2421 (1823)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000759292



Common Names

  • Alstroemeria Pulchra
  • Pulchra Alstroemeria
  • Beautiful Alstroemeria


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Description

Alstroemeria pulchra (also called Pretty 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 pulchra is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as cut flowers in bouquets. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as to treat skin infections, wounds, and inflammation.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Alstroemeria pulchra sub. pulchra
Alstroemeria pulchra sub. lavandulacea Ehr.Bayer

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Alstroemeria pulchra is a bright purple with yellow and white stripes. The seed is a small, dark brown, ovoid capsule. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alstroemeria pulchra is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil. Cuttings can be taken in late spring or early summer and should be planted in a well-drained soil. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks. They should be protected from frost and should be pruned back in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Alstroemeria pulchra

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

Alstroemeria pulchra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alstroemeria pulchra?

Alstroemeria pulchra

What is the common name of Alstroemeria pulchra?

Pretty Alstroemeria

What is the natural habitat of Alstroemeria pulchra?

Alstroemeria pulchra is native to Chile and Argentina

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

John Sims (1749-1831): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sims' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:10204-2: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.