Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Genus:
Species:
paradoxa
ID:
762488

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ravenna

Source:
wcs

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Onira 5(8): 44 (2000).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000761821

Common Names

  • Paradoxa Bomarea
  • Paradox Climbing Lily
  • Paradox Alstroemeria

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Description

Bomarea paradoxa (also called 'Coral Vine' and 'Coralbells', among many other common names) is a perennial climber native to Peru and Bolivia. It grows in moist and shady habitats, with its stems reaching up to 3 meters in length. Its leaves are alternate, ovate-lanceolate, and its flowers are bright red, with yellow stamens.

Uses & Benefits

Bomarea paradoxa is used as an ornamental plant and its flowers are used as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bomarea paradoxa is a bright yellow, tubular flower with six petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a single stem with a few small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bomarea paradoxa is a terrestrial plant that can be propagated from seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or early summer, when the plant is actively growing. The divisions should be planted in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist.

Where to Find Bomarea paradoxa

Bomarea paradoxa is native to Peru.

Bomarea paradoxa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bomarea paradoxa?

Bomarea paradoxa

Where does Bomarea paradoxa grow?

Bomarea paradoxa is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America.

What is the growth habit of Bomarea paradoxa?

Bomarea paradoxa 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

Pierfelice Ravenna (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ravenna' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:330423-2: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.