Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Genus:
Species:
costaricensis
ID:
762362

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kraenzl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Beibl. Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 112: 4 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000761695



Common Names

  • Costa Rican Alstroemeria
  • Costa Rican Peruvian Lily
  • Costa Rican Lily


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Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Bomarea costaricensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach pain.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bomarea costaricensis 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 costaricensis 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 costaricensis

Bomarea costaricensis is native to Costa Rica and Panama. It can be found in mountain forests, usually at elevations of 1,500 to 2,500 meters.

Bomarea costaricensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bomarea costaricensis?

Bomarea costaricensis

What is the family of Bomarea costaricensis?

Alstroemeriaceae

Where is Bomarea costaricensis native to?

Costa Rica

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,

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