Habranthus ruizlealii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ruizlealii
ID:
647608
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ravenna
Source:
wcs
Year:
1974
Citation Micro:
Pl. Life 30: 44 (1974)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000646940
Common Names
- Habranthus ruizlealii
- Ruizlealii Habranthus
- Rain Lily
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Habranthus ruizlealii (also called Ruiz and Leal's Habranthus, among many other common names) is a bulbous perennial native to South America. It has small, round leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as forests and meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Habranthus ruizlealii is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and parks. It is known for its bright and attractive flowers, and its long flowering period. It is also used in traditional medicine, with its leaves being used to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Habranthus ruizlealii is a bright yellow, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with thin, wiry stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Habranthus ruizlealii is a small, evergreen, perennial shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to South America and is found in Brazil, Argentina, and Uruguay. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Habranthus ruizlealii
Habranthus ruizlealii can be found in India, Nepal, and Bhutan.
Habranthus ruizlealii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Habranthus ruizlealii?
Habranthus ruizlealii
What is the common name of Habranthus ruizlealii?
Ruizleal's Habranthus
What is the natural habitat of Habranthus ruizlealii?
It is found in the Himalayas, from India to Bhutan, at elevations of 1500-3000 m.
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-276763: Based on the initial data import
Pierfelice Ravenna (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ravenna' in the authors string.