Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Genus:
Species:
lopezii
ID:
837895

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hofreiter & E.Rodr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Revista Peru. Biol. 13: 37 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000837230



Common Names

  • Bomarea lopezii
  • Lopezii Bomarea
  • Lopez Bomarea


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Description

Bomarea lopezii (also called 'Lopez's Bomarea', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Peru. It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as rainforests and wet grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Bomarea lopezii is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and parks for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bomarea lopezii is a bright yellow color with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and have a green stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bomarea lopezii is a terrestrial perennial native to Brazil. It is a slow-growing species that can reach up to 1m in height and width. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination.

Where to Find Bomarea lopezii

Bomarea lopezii is native to Peru.

Bomarea lopezii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bomarea lopezii?

Bomarea lopezii

What is the common name of Bomarea lopezii?

Lopez's Bomarea

What is the natural habitat of Bomarea lopezii?

Tropical and subtropical rainforests of Central and South America

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

Eric Rodríguez: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Rodr.' in the authors string.
Anton Hofreiter (b.1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hofreiter' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60450126-2: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.