Status:
valid
Authors:
Jacq.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1804
Citation Micro:
Pl. Hort. Schoenbr. 4: 5, t. 408 (1804)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000647056
Common Names
- Haemanthus Amarylloides
- Amaryllis-Like Haemanthus
- Amaryllis Haemanthus
Synonyms
- Melicho amarylloides Salisb. [unknown]
Description
Haemanthus amarylloides (also called Amaryllis-like Haemanthus, among many other common names) is a bulbous perennial plant native to South America. It has linear leaves and pink flowers with yellow throats. It grows in grasslands, woodlands, and dry savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Haemanthus amarylloides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It also has medicinal uses such as treating fever, cough, and skin diseases.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Haemanthus amarylloides sub. amarylloides
Haemanthus amarylloides sub. polyanthus Snijman
Haemanthus amarylloides sub. toximontanus Snijman
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Haemanthus amarylloides is a yellow, bell-shaped flower with six petals. The seed is a small, dark brown seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, dark green and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Haemanthus amarylloides is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the mountains of South Africa. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done by division or seed. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame and the seedlings transplanted when large enough to handle.
Where to Find Haemanthus amarylloides
Haemanthus amarylloides can be found in India, Nepal, and Bhutan.
Haemanthus amarylloides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Haemanthus amarylloides?
Haemanthus amarylloides
What is the natural habitat of Haemanthus amarylloides?
Haemanthus amarylloides is native to South Africa.
What is the flowering period of Haemanthus amarylloides?
Haemanthus amarylloides typically flowers from August to October.
Species in the Haemanthus genus
Haemanthus albiflos,
Haemanthus amarylloides,
Haemanthus avasmontanus,
Haemanthus barkerae,
Haemanthus canaliculatus,
Haemanthus carneus,
Haemanthus coccineus,
Haemanthus crispus,
Haemanthus dasyphyllus,
Haemanthus deformis,
Haemanthus graniticus,
Haemanthus humilis,
Haemanthus lanceifolius,
Haemanthus namaquensis,
Haemanthus nortieri,
Haemanthus pauculifolius,
Haemanthus pubescens,
Haemanthus pumilio,
Haemanthus sanguineus,
Haemanthus tristis,
Haemanthus unifoliatus,
Haemanthus montanus,
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,