Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
fragrantissima
ID:
688284

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ravenna

Source:
wcs

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Onira 4(2): 9 (2000).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000687617



Common Names

  • Leucocoryne Fragrantissima
  • Fragrant Lily
  • Fragrant Lily Bulb


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Description

Leucocoryne fragrantissima (also called Fragrant Leucocoryne, among many other common names) is a species of bulbous perennial native to Chile. It is an evergreen plant that can grow up to 30 cm tall. It has narrow, linear leaves that are grey-green in colour. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Leucocoryne fragrantissima is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its flowers are used to make perfumes and its leaves are used to make tea. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, diarrhea and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Leucocoryne fragrantissima is small, yellowish-green, and has a bell-shaped structure. The seed is a single-seeded drupe, which is surrounded by a fleshy layer. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped, and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leucocoryne fragrantissima is a bulbous perennial plant native to Chile. It is best grown in well-drained soil in a sunny position. Propagate by division of the bulbs in autumn or spring. Seeds may also be sown in autumn.

Where to Find Leucocoryne fragrantissima

Leucocoryne fragrantissima is native to Chile and can be found in temperate and subtropical forests.

Leucocoryne fragrantissima FAQ

What is the common name of Leucocoryne fragrantissima?

Fragrant Lily

What is the natural habitat of Leucocoryne fragrantissima?

It is native to Chile and Argentina.

What is the flower color of Leucocoryne fragrantissima?

The flowers are white or pinkish.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-280976: Based on the initial data import
Pierfelice Ravenna (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ravenna' in the authors string.