Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
boliviensis
ID:
763846

Status:
valid

Authors:
Traub & I.S.Nelson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1957

Citation Micro:
Pl. Life (Stanford) xiii. 71 (1957).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000763179



Common Names

  • Chlidanthus boliviensis
  • Bolivian Chlidanthus
  • Bolivian Starflower


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Description

Chlidanthus boliviensis (also called 'Bolivian Chlidanthus', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the lily family native to China. It grows in moist, shady forests at elevations of 1,200–2,400 m. It has a single, large, lanceolate leaf and a single, large, white flower with a yellow throat.

Uses & Benefits

Chlidanthus boliviensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chlidanthus boliviensis has white flowers with yellow throats, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chlidanthus boliviensis can be propagated by division or seed. To divide, separate the offsets from the parent plant in spring or early summer. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a seed tray in spring or early summer. Keep the soil moist and place the tray in a warm, sunny spot. Transplant the seedlings when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Chlidanthus boliviensis

Chlidanthus boliviensis is native to Bolivia and can be found in moist, shady areas of the country.

Chlidanthus boliviensis FAQ

What are the common names of Chlidanthus boliviensis?

Bolivian Chlidanthus

What is the growth habit of Chlidanthus boliviensis?

It is an evergreen perennial herb

What is the native range of Chlidanthus boliviensis?

It is native to Bolivia

Species in the Amaryllidaceae family

Acis autumnalis, Acis longifolia, Acis rosea, Acis trichophylla, Acis fabrei, Acis nicaeensis, Acis tingitana, Acis trichophylla, Acis valentina, Acis ionica, Agapanthus africanus, Agapanthus campanulatus, Agapanthus caulescens, Agapanthus coddii, Agapanthus inapertus, Agapanthus praecox, Agapanthus walshii, Allium aaseae, Allium abramsii, Allium acidoides, Allium aciphyllum, Allium acuminatum, Allium acutiflorum, Allium aegilicum, Allium affine, Allium afghanicum, Allium aflatunense, Allium agrigentinum, Allium akaka, Allium alabasicum, Allium alaicum, Allium albiflorum, Allium albotunicatum, Allium albovianum, Allium alexandrae, Allium alexeianum, Allium alibile, Allium alpinarii, Allium altaicum, Allium altissimum, Allium altyncolicum, Allium amethystinum, Allium ampeloprasum, Allium amphibolum, Allium amplectens, Allium anacoleum, Allium anatolicum, Allium anceps, Allium angulosum, Allium anisopodium,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-302153: Based on the initial data import
Hamilton Paul Traub (1890-1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Traub' in the authors string.
Ira Schreiber Nelson (1911-1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.S.Nelson' in the authors string.