Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pumilio
ID:
648666

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jacq.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1797

Citation Micro:
Pl. Hort. Schoenbr. 1: 32, t. 61 (1797)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000647998



Common Names

  • Haemanthus pumilio
  • Pumilio Blood Lily
  • Pumilio Haemanthus


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Synonyms

  • Melicho pumilio Salisb. [unknown]

Description

Haemanthus pumilio (also called 'Dwarf Blood Lily', 'Pincushion', 'Cape Tulip', 'Pineapple Flower', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Amaryllidaceae family. It is native to South Africa. It is a perennial herb that grows in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Haemanthus pumilio is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, wounds, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Haemanthus pumilio is a white, star-shaped bloom with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, light green leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Haemanthus pumilio is an evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in spring or summer. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a sandy soil.

Where to Find Haemanthus pumilio

Haemanthus pumilio is found in the tropical regions of South Africa, including the Eastern Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, and Limpopo.

Haemanthus pumilio FAQ

What is the scientific name of Haemanthus pumilio?

Haemanthus pumilio

What is the common name of Haemanthus pumilio?

Dwarf Haemanthus

What is the natural habitat of Haemanthus pumilio?

It is found in dry, rocky areas in the southern parts of Africa.

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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