Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
porphyrea
ID:
688187

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ravenna

Source:
wcs

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Onira 4(2): 6 (2000).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000687520



Common Names

  • Porphyrea Lily
  • Porphyrea Leucocoryne
  • Porphyrea Peruvian Lily


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Description

Leucocoryne porphyrea (also called Purple 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 porphyrea is used as an ornamental plant in parks and gardens, as a windbreak, and as a shade tree.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Leucocoryne porphyrea are small, yellowish-green, and are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leucocoryne porphyrea is a slow-growing perennial that can reach heights of up to 4 feet. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or cuttings. Divisions should be taken in spring or autumn and cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood.

Where to Find Leucocoryne porphyrea

Leucocoryne porphyrea can be found in Chile, growing in dry grassland and scrubland.

Leucocoryne porphyrea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leucocoryne porphyrea?

Leucocoryne porphyrea

What is the common name of Leucocoryne porphyrea?

Purple lily

What is the natural habitat of Leucocoryne porphyrea?

Grassy woodlands

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-280967: Based on the initial data import
Pierfelice Ravenna (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ravenna' in the authors string.