Status:
valid
Authors:
Ravenna
Source:
wcs
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Onira 3: 63 (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000646004
Common Names
- Habranthus crassibulbus
- Crassibulbus Rain Lily
- Thick-bulbed Rain Lily
Description
Habranthus crassibulbus (also called Thick-bulbed Rain Lily, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Argentina. It has a characteristic pink flower and grows in moist soils in open areas.
Uses & Benefits
Habranthus crassibulbus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Habranthus crassibulbus has small, yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings have small, ovate, green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Habranthus crassibulbus can be propagated by division or by seed. Division is the easiest and most reliable method. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Once germinated, the seedlings should be transplanted to individual pots and grown in a sunny location.
Where to Find Habranthus crassibulbus
Habranthus crassibulbus is native to Argentina and can be found in the provinces of Córdoba and Santa Fe.
Habranthus crassibulbus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Habranthus crassibulbus?
Habranthus crassibulbus
What is the family of Habranthus crassibulbus?
Amaryllidaceae
What is the origin of Habranthus crassibulbus?
South America
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,