Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
neroanum
ID:
1325017

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lehmiller, Sisk & J.Zimmerman

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Herbertia 66: 173 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001337471



Common Names

  • Neroan Crinum
  • Crinum Neroanum
  • Neroan Onion


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Description

Crinum neroanum (also called Nero's Crinum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Amaryllidaceae. It is native to China, India, and Nepal. It grows in moist, shady forests, often near streams.

Uses & Benefits

Crinum neroanum is used for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin diseases and as a tonic. It is also used as a timber for furniture and construction, as well as for firewood and charcoal.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crinum neroanum has white, trumpet-shaped flowers with a yellow center and a pleasant scent. The seed is round and black in color. The seedlings are small and dark green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crinum neroanum can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a well-drained soil in partial shade. Water regularly and fertilize in spring and summer.

Where to Find Crinum neroanum

Crinum neroanum is native to the tropical rainforests of Australia and can be found in the wild in the Northern Territory and Queensland.

Crinum neroanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crinum neroanum?

Crinum neroanum

What type of plant is Crinum neroanum?

Bulb

Where is Crinum neroanum found?

Tropical Africa

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

David J. Lehmiller: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lehmiller' in the authors string.
Alvin L. Sisk: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sisk' in the authors string.
James Zimmerman: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Zimmerman' in the authors string.