Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
angosturae
ID:
753277

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ravenna

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Onira 9: 38 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000752610



Common Names

  • Leucocoryne Angosturae
  • Angosturae Leucocoryne
  • Leucocoryne


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Description

Leucocoryne angosturae (also called Angostura Leucocoryne, among many other common names) is a bulbous perennial plant native to South America. It has long, narrow leaves and produces white flowers with yellow centers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in woodlands, grasslands, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Leucocoryne angosturae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also known to attract hummingbirds and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Leucocoryne angosturae is a small, white, five-petalled flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leucocoryne angosturae is a slow-growing plant that can be propagated from seed or from offsets. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires little water once established. It can be propagated from offsets by cutting the offsets from the parent plant and planting them in a pot with soil. The offsets should be planted in a sunny location and watered regularly until they are established.

Where to Find Leucocoryne angosturae

Leucocoryne angosturae is native to Chile.

Leucocoryne angosturae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leucocoryne angosturae?

Leucocoryne angosturae

What is the common name of Leucocoryne angosturae?

Angostura Leucocoryne

What are the characteristics of Leucocoryne angosturae?

Leucocoryne angosturae is a perennial herb with a basal rosette of leaves and a single flower stalk. The flowers are white or pink, and the leaves are long and narrow.

Species in the Leucocoryne genus

Leucocoryne leucogyna, Leucocoryne pachystyla, Leucocoryne conconensis, Leucocoryne quilimarina, Leucocoryne modesta, Leucocoryne mollensis, Leucocoryne coronata, Leucocoryne subulata, Leucocoryne editiana, Leucocoryne tricornis, Leucocoryne appendiculata, Leucocoryne angustipetala, Leucocoryne alliacea, Leucocoryne foetida, Leucocoryne odorata, Leucocoryne purpurea, Leucocoryne coquimbensis, Leucocoryne dimorphopetala, Leucocoryne narcissoides, Leucocoryne macropetala, Leucocoryne ixioides, Leucocoryne incrassata, Leucocoryne pauciflora, Leucocoryne reflexa, Leucocoryne gilliesioides, Leucocoryne simulans, Leucocoryne praealta, Leucocoryne vittata, Leucocoryne porphyrea, Leucocoryne fragrantissima, Leucocoryne fuscostriata, Leucocoryne valparadisea, Leucocoryne inclinata, Leucocoryne lilacea, Leucocoryne lurida, Leucocoryne angosturae, Leucocoryne arrayanensis, Leucocoryne codehuensis, Leucocoryne violacescens, Leucocoryne curacavina, Leucocoryne maulensis, Leucocoryne rungensis, Leucocoryne taguataguensis, Leucocoryne ungulifera, Leucocoryne candida, Leucocoryne talinensis, Leucocoryne lituecensis, Leucocoryne roblesiana, Leucocoryne conferta,

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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