Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
gilliesioides
ID:
687919

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Phil.) Ravenna

Source:
wcs

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Onira 4: 10 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000687252



Common Names

  • Leucocoryne gilliesioides
  • Gillies' Leucocoryne
  • Gillies' Leucocoryne Lily


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Synonyms

  • Erinna gilliesioides Phil. [unknown]

Description

Leucocoryne gilliesioides (also called 'Gillies Leucocoryne', among many other common names) is a bulbous perennial plant native to Chile. It has long, narrow, grey-green leaves and grows in rocky, sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Leucocoryne gilliesioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, dysentery, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leucocoryne gilliesioides has small, white, bell-shaped flowers and small, round, yellowish-green fruits. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small, with dark green leaves and a white, fuzzy stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leucocoryne gilliesioides is a perennial herb that grows up to 15 cm tall. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by division of the clumps in spring or early summer. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until they become established.

Where to Find Leucocoryne gilliesioides

Leucocoryne gilliesioides can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay.

Leucocoryne gilliesioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leucocoryne gilliesioides?

Leucocoryne gilliesioides

What is the common name of Leucocoryne gilliesioides?

Gilliesioides Leucocoryne

What is the natural habitat of Leucocoryne gilliesioides?

It is found in dry grasslands and scrublands in the Mediterranean region

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-280942: Based on the initial data import
Rodolfo Amando Philippi (1808-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Phil.' in the authors string.
Pierfelice Ravenna (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ravenna' in the authors string.