Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Genus:
Species:
longistyla
ID:
762453

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vargas

Source:
wcs

Year:
1965

Citation Micro:
Pl. Life 21: 158 (1965)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000761786

Common Names

  • Longistyla Bomarea
  • Longistyla Climbing Lily
  • Longistyla Lily

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Description

Bomarea longistyla (also called Long-styled Bomarea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Peru, Bolivia, and Ecuador. It typically grows in moist, shady forests, and features a single, leathery leaf and a single, yellow flower.

Uses & Benefits

Bomarea longistyla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bomarea longistyla is a bright orange-red color with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed with a white hilum. The seedlings are thin and spindly, with bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bomarea longistyla 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 longistyla

Bomarea longistyla is native to the Andes mountains of Peru, Bolivia, and Ecuador.

Bomarea longistyla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bomarea longistyla?

Bomarea longistyla

Where is Bomarea longistyla found?

Bomarea longistyla is found in Central and South America.

What is the natural habitat of Bomarea longistyla?

The natural habitat of Bomarea longistyla 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,

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