Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
lacteus
ID:
646974

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.Moore) Ravenna

Source:
wcs

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Onira 1: 56 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000646306



Common Names

  • Lacteus Rain Lily
  • Lacteus Habranthus
  • Lacteus Rainflower


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Synonyms

  • Zephyranthes lactea S.Moore [unknown]

Description

Habranthus lacteus (also called 'White Rain Lily', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Argentina. It has thin, wiry stems that can reach up to 1.5 m in length and have small, white, star-shaped flowers. It grows in rocky, sandy soils and is often found in dry, open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Habranthus lacteus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin diseases, wounds, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Habranthus lacteus is white with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Habranthus lacteus 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 lacteus

Habranthus lacteus can be found in South America, growing in rocky areas.

Habranthus lacteus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Habranthus lacteus?

Habranthus lacteus

What is the common name of Habranthus lacteus?

Milky habranthus

Where is Habranthus lacteus native to?

Argentina

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-276698: Based on the initial data import
Spencer Le Marchant Moore (1850-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Moore' in the authors string.
Pierfelice Ravenna (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ravenna' in the authors string.