Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
cardenasianus
ID:
646541

Status:
valid

Authors:
Traub & I.S.Nelson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1957

Citation Micro:
Pl. Life (Stanford) xiii. 69 (1957).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000645873



Common Names

  • Cardenasianus Habranthus
  • Cardenasianus Rain Lily
  • Cardenasianus Zephyr Lily


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Description

Habranthus cardenasianus (also called Cardenasian Rain Lily, among many other common names) is a bulbous perennial plant with long, grass-like leaves and funnel-shaped flowers. It is native to Argentina, Bolivia, and Paraguay, and is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Habranthus cardenasianus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Habranthus cardenasianus is a white or cream-colored, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, flat, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with round, bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Habranthus cardenasianus: This plant prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. Propagate by seed or division in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Habranthus cardenasianus

Habranthus cardenasianus is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America, as well as the Caribbean.

Habranthus cardenasianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Habranthus cardenasianus?

Habranthus cardenasianus

What is the common name of Habranthus cardenasianus?

Cardenasian Habranthus

What is the family of Habranthus cardenasianus?

Amaryllidaceae

Species in the Habranthus genus

Habranthus albispiritus, Habranthus andalgalensis, Habranthus araguaiensis, Habranthus argentinus, Habranthus bahiensis, Habranthus barrosianus, Habranthus brachyandrus, Habranthus caeruleus, Habranthus cardenasianus, Habranthus carmineus, Habranthus catamarcensis, Habranthus chacoensis, Habranthus concinnus, Habranthus cordobensis, Habranthus crassibulbus, Habranthus datensis, Habranthus duarteanus, Habranthus erectus, Habranthus estensis, Habranthus gameleirensis, Habranthus goianus, Habranthus gracilifolius, Habranthus guachipensis, Habranthus immaculatus, Habranthus irwinianus, Habranthus ischihualastus, Habranthus itaobinus, Habranthus jamesonii, Habranthus jujuyensis, Habranthus lacteus, Habranthus leonensis, Habranthus leptandrus, Habranthus longipes, Habranthus maasii, Habranthus magnoi, Habranthus martinezii, Habranthus matacus, Habranthus mendocensis, Habranthus mexicanus, Habranthus microcarpus, Habranthus millarensis, Habranthus niveus, Habranthus oaxacanus, Habranthus oltanus, Habranthus oranensis, Habranthus pantanalensis, Habranthus pedunculosus, Habranthus pictus, Habranthus quilmesianus, Habranthus riojanus,

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-276655: 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.