Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
lucidus
ID:
913548

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.S.Oliveira

Source:
wcs

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 64: 538 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000912883



Common Names

  • Habranthus Lucidus
  • Lucidus Habranthus
  • Lucidus's Habranthus


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Description

Habranthus lucidus (also called Shiny Habranthus, among many other common names) is a terrestrial bulb species native to Brazil. It has a single, erect stem with a single, terminal inflorescence. The leaves are lanceolate and the flowers are pink with a yellow center. It grows in moist, grassy meadows and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Habranthus lucidus is an ornamental plant that is often used as a houseplant. It is known for its long-lasting, brightly-colored flowers and its ability to tolerate low light conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Habranthus lucidus has yellow flowers with a long spur. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Habranthus lucidus is a terrestrial orchid that is native to Europe. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown on a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment. Division should be done in spring or autumn, when the plant is actively growing. The divisions should be planted in a well-draining medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Habranthus lucidus

Habranthus lucidus can be found in the temperate grasslands of 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-457816: Based on the initial data import
Renata S. Oliveira: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.S.Oliveira' in the authors string.