Status:
valid
Authors:
Vargas
Source:
wcs
Year:
1954
Citation Micro:
Revista Univ. (Cuzco) xliii. No. 107, 153 (1954) (cerratea), reimpr.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000761723
Common Names
- Ferreyra Alstroemeria
- Ferreyra Peruvian Lily
- Ferreyra Lily
Description
Bomarea ferreyrae (also called 'Climbing alstroemeria', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous climber native to the Andes of Peru, Bolivia and Ecuador. It grows in moist, shady forests and is often found in ravines and along streams. It has long, thin, wiry stems and lanceolate leaves. The flowers are bright orange and borne in clusters.
Uses & Benefits
Bomarea ferreyrae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for medicinal purposes, and for making rope and string.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Bomarea ferreyrae is a bright yellow, bell-shaped bloom with a long, slender stem. The seed is a small, round, dark brown seed with a thin, papery outer coating. The seedlings are small, with a single, thin stem and two small, heart-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bomarea ferreyrae is a tropical perennial plant that can be grown in a variety of soil types. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by division or cuttings. Division is best done in spring or early summer when the plant is actively growing. Cuttings can be taken in the spring or summer and should be taken from the tips of the stems.
Where to Find Bomarea ferreyrae
Bomarea ferreyrae can be found in the Andes mountains of Peru, Bolivia, and Ecuador.
Bomarea ferreyrae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bomarea ferreyrae?
Bomarea ferreyrae
What are the common names of Bomarea ferreyrae?
Ferreyra's Bomarea, Ferreyra's Alstroemeria
What is the natural habitat of Bomarea ferreyrae?
It is native to Peru and grows in moist, shady forests
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,