Habranthus carmineus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
carmineus
ID:
646563
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ravenna
Source:
wcs
Year:
1970
Citation Micro:
Not. Mens. Mus. Nac. Hist. Nat. 15(173): 5 (1970)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000645895
Common Names
- Carmineus Habranthus
- Habranthus Carmineus
- Carmineus Rainlily
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Habranthus carmineus (also called Carmine Habranthus, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 0.5 m tall. It is native to tropical regions of South America and is typically found in moist, disturbed areas. It has lanceolate leaves and small, pink flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Habranthus carmineus is a popular ornamental plant, often used as a ground cover in gardens. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Habranthus carmineus has bright red flowers with six petals and six sepals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Habranthus carmineus: This plant prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. Propagate by seed or division in spring or early summer.
Where to Find Habranthus carmineus
Habranthus carmineus can be found in Argentina, Bolivia, and Paraguay.
Habranthus carmineus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Habranthus carmineus?
Habranthus carmineus
What is the common name of Habranthus carmineus?
Carmineus Habranthus
What is the natural habitat of Habranthus carmineus?
Mountain meadows and grasslands
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-276657: Based on the initial data import
Pierfelice Ravenna (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ravenna' in the authors string.