Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Genus:
Species:
velascoana
ID:
762582

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vargas

Source:
wcs

Year:
1943

Citation Micro:
Natl. Hort. Mag. 22: 130 (1943)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000761915



Common Names

  • Velascoana Alstroemeria
  • Velascoana Peruvian Lily
  • Velasco's Alstroemeria


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Description

Bomarea velascoana (also called 'Velasco 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 is found in moist, shady areas in tropical forests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Bomarea velascoana is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its showy flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bomarea velascoana is a yellow, tubular shaped flower with six petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bomarea velascoana 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 velascoana

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

Bomarea velascoana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bomarea velascoana?

Bomarea velascoana

What is the natural habitat of Bomarea velascoana?

Tropical forests of Central and South America

What is the flower color of Bomarea velascoana?

Orange or yellow

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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