Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
bambusetum
ID:
765076

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nordal & Sebsebe

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 57: 467 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000764409



Common Names

  • Bamboo lily
  • Bamboo-leaf lily
  • African lily


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Description

Crinum bambusetum (also called 'Bamboo Crinum', among many other common names) is a bulbous perennial native to tropical Africa. It has long, linear leaves and a single, erect, terminal inflorescence with up to 20 white flowers. It grows in moist, shady forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Crinum bambusetum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crinum bambusetum has white, fragrant flowers with six petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two, lance-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crinum bambusetum is a tropical perennial that grows in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated from seeds or by division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and should be fertilized regularly.

Where to Find Crinum bambusetum

Crinum bambusetum is native to South Africa and can be found in the Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal provinces.

Crinum bambusetum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crinum bambusetum?

Crinum bambusetum

What is the common name of Crinum bambusetum?

Bamboo Crinum Lily

What is the natural habitat of Crinum bambusetum?

Crinum bambusetum is native to tropical Africa and Asia.

Species in the Crinum genus

Crinum giessii, Crinum verdoorniae, Crinum abyssinicum, Crinum acaule, Crinum album, Crinum amazonicum, Crinum americanum, Crinum amoenum, Crinum arenarium, Crinum asiaticum, Crinum bakeri, Crinum balfourii, Crinum bambusetum, Crinum belleymei, Crinum biflorum, Crinum brachynema, Crinum braunii, Crinum brevilobatum, Crinum bulbispermum, Crinum buphanoides, Crinum calamistratum, Crinum campanulatum, Crinum carolo-schmidtii, Crinum crassicaule, Crinum darienense, Crinum erubescens, Crinum erythrophyllum, Crinum filifolium, Crinum fimbriatulum, Crinum firmifolium, Crinum flaccidum, Crinum forgetii, Crinum gigas, Crinum glaucum, Crinum gracile, Crinum graciliflorum, Crinum graminicola, Crinum harmsii, Crinum hildebrandtii, Crinum humile, Crinum jagus, Crinum kirkii, Crinum kunthianum, Crinum latifolium, Crinum lineare, Crinum longitubum, Crinum lorifolium, Crinum lugardiae, Crinum macowanii, Crinum majakallense,

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-303337: Based on the initial data import
Sebsebe Demissew (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sebsebe' in the authors string.
Inger Nordal (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nordal' in the authors string.