Haemanthus dasyphyllus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dasyphyllus
ID:
648127
Status:
valid
Authors:
Snijman
Source:
wcs
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot. , Suppl. 12: 105 (1984)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000647459
Common Names
- Dwarf Haemanthus
- Dwarf Paintbrush Lily
- Dwarf Blood Lily
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Haemanthus dasyphyllus (also called Thick-leaved Haemanthus, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to South Africa. It is a low-growing plant with thick, leathery leaves and white flowers. It is found in rocky, grassy areas, meadows, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Haemanthus dasyphyllus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Haemanthus dasyphyllus has small, yellow flowers with a white lip. Its seeds are round and black, and its seedlings are small and yellow.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Haemanthus dasyphyllus is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by seed or cuttings. Seed should be sown in spring or autumn in a cold frame. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a cold frame.
Where to Find Haemanthus dasyphyllus
Haemanthus dasyphyllus is native to South Africa.
Haemanthus dasyphyllus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Haemanthus dasyphyllus?
Haemanthus dasyphyllus
What is the common name of Haemanthus dasyphyllus?
Thick-leaved Paintbrush
What is the natural habitat of Haemanthus dasyphyllus?
Woodlands, grasslands, and rocky slopes
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-276815: Based on the initial data import
Dierdré A. Snijman (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Snijman' in the authors string.