Bomarea hartwegii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hartwegii
ID:
762419
Status:
valid
Authors:
Baker
Source:
wcs
Year:
1882
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 20: 203 (1882)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000761752
Common Names
- Bomarea hartwegii
- Hartweg's Bomarea
- Bomarea of the Andes
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bomarea hartwegii (also called Hartweg's Climbing Lily, among many other common names) is a perennial, herbaceous species found in Peru. It has a climbing stem and lanceolate leaves. It is found in humid montane forests at elevations of 1000-2000 m.
Uses & Benefits
Bomarea hartwegii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Bomarea hartwegii are yellow with orange centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bomarea hartwegii is a perennial vine that can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 8-10. It can be propagated by seed or division. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist but not soggy. When propagating by division, carefully dig up the plant and divide it into several sections, making sure each section has a few roots attached. Plant the divisions in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist but not soggy.
Where to Find Bomarea hartwegii
Bomarea hartwegii can be found in the tropical regions of South and Central America.
Bomarea hartwegii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bomarea hartwegii?
Bomarea hartwegii
Where does Bomarea hartwegii grow?
Bomarea hartwegii is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America.
What is the growth habit of Bomarea hartwegii?
Bomarea hartwegii is a perennial herb with a twining or climbing habit.
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
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:63312-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.