Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
coccineus
ID:
648032

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 325 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000647364



Common Names

  • Coccineus Haemanthus
  • Scarlet Paintbrush
  • Blood Lily


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Synonyms

  • Haemanthus callosus Burch. ex Baker [unknown]
  • Haemanthus carinatus L. [unknown]
  • Haemanthus coarctatus Jacq. [unknown]
  • Haemanthus concolor Herb. [unknown]
  • Haemanthus crassipes Jacq. [unknown]
  • Haemanthus hookerianus Herb. [unknown]
  • Haemanthus hyalocarpus Jacq. [unknown]
  • Haemanthus latifolius Salisb. [unknown]
  • Haemanthus moschatus Jacq. [unknown]
  • Haemanthus splendens Dinter [unknown]
  • Haemanthus tigrinus Jacq. [unknown]
  • Haemanthus zebrinus Herb. [unknown]
  • Perihemia coarctata Raf. [unknown]

Description

Haemanthus coccineus (also called Blood Lily, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has short, erect stems with large, bright red flowers. It grows in open woodlands, grasslands, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Haemanthus coccineus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used as an ingredient in herbal teas and as a dye for fabric.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Haemanthus coccineus has large, red flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and oval. The seedlings are small, green and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Haemanthus coccineus is a perennial plant that grows best in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done by seed or division of the clumps in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Haemanthus coccineus

Haemanthus coccineus can be found in South Africa.

Haemanthus coccineus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Haemanthus coccineus?

Haemanthus coccineus

What is the common name of Haemanthus coccineus?

Scarlet Paintbrush

What is the natural habitat of Haemanthus coccineus?

Woodlands, grasslands, and rocky slopes

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,

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