Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
solapurense
ID:
1326232

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.P.Gaikwad, Garad & Gore

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 69(2)-9505: 1 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338686



Common Names

  • Solapure Crinum
  • Crinum solapurense
  • Solapure Lily


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Description

Crinum solapurense (also called Solapur Crinum, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Mexico and Central America. It has a woody stem and grows up to 1.5 meters tall. Its leaves are ovate and its flowers are white or pink. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, grasslands and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Crinum solapurense is a popular ornamental plant and is often used as a decorative element in gardens. It is also used to purify the air and reduce the amount of toxins in the environment.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Crinum solapurense is white with a yellow lip. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crinum solapurense is a bulbous plant native to India. It prefers bright, indirect light and warm temperatures. Propagation is done through division of the bulbs. The bulbs should be divided in the spring and replanted in a well-draining potting medium.

Where to Find Crinum solapurense

Crinum solapurense is native to India and can be found in the states of Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu.

Crinum solapurense FAQ

What is the common name of Crinum solapurense?

Solapur Crinum

Where is Crinum solapurense native to?

India

What type of soil does Crinum solapurense prefer?

Well-drained soil

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

Sayajirao P. Gaikwad: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.P.Gaikwad' in the authors string.
Ramchandra D. Gore: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gore' in the authors string.
Krushnadeoray U. Garad: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garad' in the authors string.