Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
mollensis
ID:
680405

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ravenna

Source:
wcs

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Onira 5(6): 26 (2000).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000679738



Common Names

  • Mollensis Leucocoryne
  • Leucocoryne Mollensis
  • White-Flowered Leucocoryne


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Description

Leucocoryne mollensis (also called Soft Leucocoryne, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Chile. It has a rosette of basal leaves and produces white bell-shaped flowers. It grows in open grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Leucocoryne mollensis has been used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal plant for treating ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Leucocoryne mollensis is white and small, with four petals. The seed is small and round, with a black-brown color. The seedlings are thin and upright, with small, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leucocoryne mollensis is a bulbous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. Pruning is recommended to maintain a desired shape and size.

Where to Find Leucocoryne mollensis

Leucocoryne mollensis is native to Chile and is found in dry shrublands and woodlands.

Leucocoryne mollensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leucocoryne mollensis?

Leucocoryne mollensis

What is the common name of Leucocoryne mollensis?

Mollensi Lily

What is the natural habitat of Leucocoryne mollensis?

Grassy hillsides in the Andes Mountains of Chile

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-280131: Based on the initial data import
Pierfelice Ravenna (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ravenna' in the authors string.