Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
violacescens
ID:
753331

Status:
valid

Authors:
Phil.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Anales Univ. Chile 93: 271 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000752664



Common Names

  • Leucocoryne violacescens
  • Violet-Flowered Lily
  • Chilean Bellflower


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Description

Leucocoryne violacescens (also called Violet Leucocoryne, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Amaryllidaceae family. It is native to Chile and is found in grassland and shrubland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Leucocoryne violacescens 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

Leucocoryne violacescens has bright purple flowers and a round seed capsule. The seedlings are small and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leucocoryne violacescens is a bulbous perennial plant native to Chile. It is easy to grow in well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or division of the bulbs in early spring.

Where to Find Leucocoryne violacescens

Leucocoryne violacescens is native to Chile.

Leucocoryne violacescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leucocoryne violacescens?

Leucocoryne violacescens

What is the common name of Leucocoryne violacescens?

Violet Leucocoryne

What are the characteristics of Leucocoryne violacescens?

Leucocoryne violacescens 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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