Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Genus:
Species:
foertheriana
ID:
808530

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hofreiter

Source:
wcs

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 24: 133 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000807864



Common Names

  • Bomarea foertheriana
  • Foertheriana Bomarea
  • Tiny Bomarea


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Description

Bomarea foertheriana (also called Foerther's Bomarea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical regions of South America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a flowering stem that can reach up to 1 meter in height. The flowers are white and bell-shaped. It is found in humid and shady areas, such as in the understory of tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bomarea foertheriana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for its attractive flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bomarea foertheriana has large, trumpet-shaped, yellow flowers with six petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bomarea foertheriana is a small, evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 1-2 m. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is hardy to USDA zones 8-10. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a sandy mix. Seeds should be sown in spring in a sandy mix and lightly covered. Keep the soil moist and warm until germination occurs.

Where to Find Bomarea foertheriana

Bomarea foertheriana is native to South America and can be found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay.

Bomarea foertheriana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bomarea foertheriana?

Bomarea foertheriana

What is the common name of Bomarea foertheriana?

Foertheriana Bomarea

What is the natural habitat of Bomarea foertheriana?

Tropical 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,

References

Anton Hofreiter (b.1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hofreiter' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77076932-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.