Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
portamonetensis
ID:
668291

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ravenna

Source:
wcs

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 57: 329 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000667623



Common Names

  • Portamonetensis Spiderlily
  • Portamonetensis Hymenocallis
  • Portamonetensis Spider-Lily


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Description

Hymenocallis portamonetensis (also called Porta Monetensis Spider Lily, among many other common names) is a small evergreen herb native to Mexico. It has a dense, rounded crown and grows up to 1 m tall. Its leaves are lanceolate and its flowers are white with yellow centers. It prefers damp, shady areas in its native region.

Uses & Benefits

Hymenocallis portamonetensis is used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, including fever, coughs, and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Hymenocallis portamonetensis has white flowers with yellow stamens. Seed: The seed of Hymenocallis portamonetensis is small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Hymenocallis portamonetensis are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hymenocallis portamonetensis can be propagated by seed or bulb division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and lightly covered. Bulbs should be divided in spring or early summer and replanted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. The soil should be kept moist but not wet. The plant should be kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Hymenocallis portamonetensis

Hymenocallis portamonetensis is found in tropical rainforests in Mexico and Central America.

Hymenocallis portamonetensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hymenocallis portamonetensis?

Hymenocallis portamonetensis

What is the common name of Hymenocallis portamonetensis?

Portamonetensis Hymenocallis

What is the natural habitat of Hymenocallis portamonetensis?

Hymenocallis portamonetensis is found in tropical rainforests in Central and South America.

Species in the Hymenocallis genus

Hymenocallis acutifolia, Hymenocallis araniflora, Hymenocallis arenicola, Hymenocallis astrostephana, Hymenocallis azteciana, Hymenocallis baumlii, Hymenocallis bolivariana, Hymenocallis caribaea, Hymenocallis choctawensis, Hymenocallis choretis, Hymenocallis cleo, Hymenocallis clivorum, Hymenocallis concinna, Hymenocallis cordifolia, Hymenocallis coronaria, Hymenocallis crassifolia, Hymenocallis durangoensis, Hymenocallis duvalensis, Hymenocallis eucharidifolia, Hymenocallis fragrans, Hymenocallis franklinensis, Hymenocallis glauca, Hymenocallis godfreyi, Hymenocallis graminifolia, Hymenocallis guatemalensis, Hymenocallis harrisiana, Hymenocallis henryae, Hymenocallis howardii, Hymenocallis imperialis, Hymenocallis incaica, Hymenocallis jaliscensis, Hymenocallis latifolia, Hymenocallis leavenworthii, Hymenocallis limaensis, Hymenocallis liriosme, Hymenocallis littoralis, Hymenocallis lobata, Hymenocallis longibracteata, Hymenocallis maximiliani, Hymenocallis multiflora, Hymenocallis occidentalis, Hymenocallis ornata, Hymenocallis ovata, Hymenocallis palmeri, Hymenocallis partita, Hymenocallis phalangidis, Hymenocallis pimana, Hymenocallis portamonetensis, Hymenocallis praticola, Hymenocallis proterantha,

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-278886: Based on the initial data import
Pierfelice Ravenna (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ravenna' in the authors string.