Status:
valid
Authors:
(L.) Mirb.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1804
Citation Micro:
Hist. Nat. Pl. 9: 71 (1804)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000761863
Common Names
- Bomarea salsilla
- Salsilla Bomarea
- Salsilla Bomarea
Description
Bomarea salsilla (also called 'Salsilla Climbing Lily', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Alstroemeriaceae family. It is a perennial climber with tuberous roots and has white and yellow flowers. It is native to the tropical Andes of Peru and Ecuador and grows in moist forests, often in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Bomarea salsilla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Bomarea salsilla is a bright yellow-orange color with a star-shaped pattern. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single, long stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bomarea salsilla is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil in a sunny location. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring and to divide the clumps in the fall. The plant can be pruned to shape and will benefit from a light fertilization in the spring.
Where to Find Bomarea salsilla
Bomarea salsilla is native to Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia. It can be found in mountain forests, usually at elevations of 1,500 to 2,500 meters.
Bomarea salsilla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bomarea salsilla?
Bomarea salsilla
What is the natural habitat of Bomarea salsilla?
Tropical and subtropical forests, as well as grasslands
What is the average size of Bomarea salsilla?
The average size of Bomarea salsilla is about 1-2 meters in height
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,