Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
calendulina
ID:
767740

Status:
valid

Authors:
Meerow & Sagást.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Sida 17(4): 761. 1997

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000767073



Common Names

  • Eucrosia calendulina
  • Calendula Eucrosia
  • Calendula Torch Lily


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Description

Eucrosia calendulina (also called Scarlet Eucrosia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Amaryllidaceae. It is native to the Caribbean, Mexico, Central America, and South America. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates in moist, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Eucrosia calendulina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eucrosia calendulina is a star-shaped, orange-yellow flower with white markings. The seed is a small, black, shiny nut. The seedlings are small, with two rounded cotyledons and two long, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eucrosia calendulina is a bulbous perennial that is native to South Africa. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division of the bulbs. The bulbs should be planted in the fall and will bloom the following summer.

Where to Find Eucrosia calendulina

Eucrosia calendulina is native to South America and can be found in the Amazon rainforest.

Eucrosia calendulina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eucrosia calendulina?

Eucrosia calendulina

What is the common name of Eucrosia calendulina?

Marigold Eucrosia

Where is Eucrosia calendulina found?

South America

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-305916: Based on the initial data import
Abundio Sagástegui Alva (1932-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sagást.' in the authors string.
Alan W. Meerow (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meerow' in the authors string.