Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Species:
spectabilis
ID:
760004

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ravenna

Source:
wcs

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 64: 284 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000759337



Common Names

  • Spectabilis Alstroemeria
  • Alstroemeria spectabilis
  • Spectabilis Peruvian Lily


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Description

Alstroemeria spectabilis (also called Peruvian Lily, Parrot Lily, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to Chile and Argentina. It grows to a height of up to 1 m (3 ft 3 in) and produces small, bell-shaped flowers in shades of pink, red, yellow, and white. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Alstroemeria spectabilis is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and bouquets. It is known for its showy, bright yellow-orange flowers and its ability to attract hummingbirds and butterflies. It is also used as a medicinal plant, with its roots and flowers being used to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Alstroemeria spectabilis has white to pink flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval in shape. The seedlings are small and have bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alstroemeria spectabilis 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 spectabilis

Alstroemeria spectabilis can be found in the Andes Mountains of Chile and Argentina.

Alstroemeria spectabilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alstroemeria spectabilis?

Alstroemeria spectabilis

What is the common name of Alstroemeria spectabilis?

Spectabilis Lily

What is the natural habitat of Alstroemeria spectabilis?

Alstroemeria spectabilis is native to the central and southern Andes of Peru and Chile

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

Pierfelice Ravenna (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ravenna' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:272018-2: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.