Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Genus:
Species:
cornigera
ID:
762360

Status:
valid

Authors:
Herb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1837

Citation Micro:
Amaryllidaceae : 116 (1837)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000761693



Common Names

  • Horned Alstroemeria
  • Horned Peruvian Lily
  • Horned Lily


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Description

Bomarea cornigera (also called the Horned Bomarea, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with a thick, fleshy stem and bright yellow flowers. It is native to Peru and Ecuador, and is typically found in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bomarea cornigera is used as an ornamental plant and is often grown in gardens for its attractive flowers and foliage.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Bomarea cornigera var. liebmanniana Kraenzl.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bomarea cornigera is a bright yellow, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bomarea cornigera can be propagated by seed or division. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil mix in a warm, sunny location. To propagate by division, dig up the plant and carefully separate the rhizomes. Replant the divisions in a well-drained soil mix in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Bomarea cornigera

Bomarea cornigera is native to Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia. It can be found in mountain forests, usually at elevations of 1,500 to 2,500 meters.

Bomarea cornigera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bomarea cornigera?

Bomarea cornigera

What is the family of Bomarea cornigera?

Alstroemeriaceae

Where is Bomarea cornigera native to?

Peru

Species in the Bomarea genus

Bomarea acutifolia, Bomarea albimontana, Bomarea ampayesana, Bomarea anceps, Bomarea andimarcana, Bomarea andreana, Bomarea angulata, Bomarea angustissima, Bomarea aurantiaca, Bomarea boliviensis, Bomarea brachysepala, Bomarea bracteata, Bomarea bracteolata, Bomarea bredemeyeriana, Bomarea brevis, Bomarea campylophylla, Bomarea carderi, Bomarea caudata, Bomarea caudatisepala, Bomarea ceratophora, Bomarea chimboracensis, Bomarea chiriquina, Bomarea coccinea, Bomarea cordifolia, Bomarea cornigera, Bomarea cornuta, Bomarea costaricensis, Bomarea crassifolia, Bomarea crinita, Bomarea crocea, Bomarea densiflora, Bomarea denticulata, Bomarea diffracta, Bomarea dispar, Bomarea dissitifolia, Bomarea distichifolia, Bomarea dolichocarpa, Bomarea dulcis, Bomarea edulis, Bomarea endotrachys, Bomarea engleriana, Bomarea ferreyrae, Bomarea formosissima, Bomarea glaucescens, Bomarea goniocaulon, Bomarea graminifolia, Bomarea hartwegii, Bomarea herbertiana, Bomarea herrerae, Bomarea hieronymi,

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

William Herbert (1778-1847): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Herb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:63263-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.