Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Genus:
Species:
euryphylla
ID:
771301

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harling & Neuendorf

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ecuador 71: 97 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000770634



Common Names

  • Euryphylla Bomarea
  • Wide-Leaf Bomarea
  • Wide-Leaf Alstroemeria


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Description

Bomarea euryphylla (also called Wide-Leaved Bomarea, among many other common names) is a small, perennial vine native to South America. It has bright green, ovate leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in open woodlands and along roadsides, and prefers a sunny location.

Uses & Benefits

Bomarea euryphylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomach pain.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bomarea euryphylla has yellow flowers, small seeds, and small seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bomarea euryphylla is an easy-to-grow, low-maintenance aquatic plant. It can be propagated by dividing the rhizome or by planting the seeds. It prefers a nutrient-rich substrate and plenty of light. It should be planted in groups of at least 3-5 plants for a more natural look.

Where to Find Bomarea euryphylla

Bomarea euryphylla is native to South America.

Bomarea euryphylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bomarea euryphylla?

Bomarea euryphylla

What are the common names of Bomarea euryphylla?

Broad-leaved bomarea or bomarea

Where is Bomarea euryphylla found?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions

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

Gunnar Harling (1920-2010): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harling' in the authors string.
Magnus Neuendorf (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Neuendorf' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:50426194-2: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.