Status:
valid
Authors:
Mast.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1882
Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. , n.s., 17: 76 (1882)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000761872
Common Names
- Shuttleworthii Bomarea
- Shuttleworth's Climbing Lily
- Shuttleworth's Alstroemeria
Description
Bomarea shuttleworthii (also called 'Shuttleworth's 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 shuttleworthii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used as a ground cover. It is also used to make natural dyes and as a medicinal plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Bomarea shuttleworthii 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 shuttleworthii is a tuberous, perennial climber that is native to Peru. It can be propagated by division of the tuberous rootstock in spring or by seed. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. It is best grown in a sheltered spot in the garden.
Where to Find Bomarea shuttleworthii
Bomarea shuttleworthii 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 shuttleworthii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bomarea shuttleworthii?
Bomarea shuttleworthii
What is the natural habitat of Bomarea shuttleworthii?
Tropical and subtropical forests, as well as grasslands
What is the average size of Bomarea shuttleworthii?
The average size of Bomarea shuttleworthii 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,