Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Genus:
Species:
tarmensis
ID:
762565

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kraenzl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 40: 233 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000761898



Common Names

  • Tarmensis Alstroemeria
  • Tarmensis Peruvian Lily
  • Tarma Alstroemeria


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Description

Bomarea tarmensis (also called 'Tarma 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 tarmensis 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 tarmensis is a bright orange color with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with two to three leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bomarea tarmensis 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 tarmensis

Bomarea tarmensis can be found in the Andes Mountains of Peru, Bolivia, and Ecuador.

Bomarea tarmensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bomarea tarmensis?

Bomarea tarmensis

What is the common name of Bomarea tarmensis?

Tarma Bomarea

Where is Bomarea tarmensis 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,

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