Alstroemeria radula - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
radula
ID:
759969
Status:
valid
Authors:
Dusén
Source:
wcs
Year:
1905
Citation Micro:
Arq. Mus. Nac. Rio de Janeiro 13: 103 (1905)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000759302
Common Names
- Radula Alstroemeria
- Alstroemeria radula
- Radula Peruvian Lily
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Alstroemeria radula (also called Radula 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 radula 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.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Alstroemeria radula is a bright yellow with white stripes. The seed is a small, dark brown, ovoid capsule. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Alstroemeria radula can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. Plant divisions in a well-drained soil in a sunny spot. Cultivate the soil before planting, adding plenty of well-rotted manure or garden compost. Water regularly during the growing season and apply a balanced liquid fertilizer every two weeks.
Where to Find Alstroemeria radula
Alstroemeria radula is native to South America and can be found in nurseries and garden centers.
Alstroemeria radula FAQ
What are the common names of Alstroemeria radula?
Inca lily, Parrot lily, Princess lily
What is the growth habit of Alstroemeria radula?
It is an evergreen perennial that grows in clumps and can reach up to 1.2 m in height.
What is the soil type preferred by Alstroemeria radula?
It prefers well-drained, fertile soil with a pH of 6.0-7.5.
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
Per Karl Hjalmar Dusén (1855-1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dusén' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:10208-2: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.