Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Genus:
Species:
suberecta
ID:
762555

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gereau

Source:
wcs

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 76: 599 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000761888



Common Names

  • Suberect Alstroemeria
  • Suberect Peruvian Lily
  • Upright Alstroemeria


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Description

Bomarea suberecta (also called 'Upright Alstroemeria', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous climber native to the tropical regions of South America. It has large, lance-shaped leaves and produces bright orange-red flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas in tropical forests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Bomarea suberecta 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

Bomarea suberecta has white or yellow flowers with a long spur. The seeds are round and black. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bomarea suberecta is a tuberous perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or by division of the tubers. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in a warm, sunny location. The tubers should be planted in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. The tubers should be planted at a depth of 2-3 inches and spaced 12-18 inches apart.

Where to Find Bomarea suberecta

Bomarea suberecta 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 suberecta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bomarea suberecta?

Bomarea suberecta

What is the common name of Bomarea suberecta?

Upright Bomarea

Where is Bomarea suberecta native to?

Peru

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

Roy Emile Gereau (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gereau' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:273361-2: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.