Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
immaculatus
ID:
646883

Status:
valid

Authors:
Traub & Clint

Source:
wcs

Year:
1957

Citation Micro:
Pl. Life 13: 68 (1957)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000646215



Common Names

  • Habranthus immaculatus
  • Immaculate Habranthus
  • Immaculate Rain Lily


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Description

Habranthus immaculatus (also called 'Rain Lily', among many other common names) is a bulbous perennial plant native to Argentina, Uruguay and Brazil. It has long, narrow, grass-like leaves and white, star-shaped flowers that bloom in the summer. It grows in grasslands, savannas and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Habranthus immaculatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Habranthus immaculatus is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Habranthus immaculatus is a low-growing, evergreen perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a well-drained soil in a sunny position and is drought tolerant. It can be grown in containers and is suitable for rock gardens.

Where to Find Habranthus immaculatus

Habranthus immaculatus can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America.

Habranthus immaculatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Habranthus immaculatus?

Habranthus immaculatus

What is the natural habitat of Habranthus immaculatus?

Habranthus immaculatus is native to Central and South America.

What is the average height of Habranthus immaculatus?

Habranthus immaculatus can reach heights of up to 1.5 meters.

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-276689: Based on the initial data import
Hamilton Paul Traub (1890-1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Traub' in the authors string.
Katherine Lamberton Clint (1904-1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Clint' in the authors string.