Bomarea lancifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lancifolia
ID:
762444
Status:
valid
Authors:
Baker
Source:
wcs
Year:
1882
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 20: 202 (1882)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000761777
Common Names
- Lance-Leaved Alstroemeria
- Lance-Leaved Peruvian Lily
- Lance-Leaved Lily
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bomarea lancifolia (also called 'Lanceleaf Alstroemeria', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous climber native to the tropical regions of South America. It has long, narrow leaves and produces bright orange-red flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas in tropical forests and along riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Bomarea lancifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bomarea lancifolia has white flowers with a yellow center and a sweet scent. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings have long, thin leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bomarea lancifolia can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The clumps should be divided and replanted in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Bomarea lancifolia
Bomarea lancifolia is native to the Andes mountains of Peru, Bolivia, and Ecuador.
Bomarea lancifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bomarea lancifolia?
Bomarea lancifolia
Where is Bomarea lancifolia found?
Bomarea lancifolia is found in Central and South America.
What is the natural habitat of Bomarea lancifolia?
The natural habitat of Bomarea lancifolia is tropical and subtropical 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
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:63335-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.