Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
chilensis
ID:
693136

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Bot. Reg. 12: t. 992 (1826)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000692469



Common Names

  • Chilean Miersia
  • Chilensis Miersia
  • Miersia Chilensis


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Synonyms

  • Miersia cornuta Phil. [unknown]
  • Miersia major Kunth [unknown]
  • Miersia chilensis bicolor Muñoz-Schick [unknown]

Description

Miersia chilensis (also called Chilean Miersia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with white flowers native to South America. It is found in dry forests and open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Miersia chilensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a hedge plant and is known for its attractive flowers and foliage.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Miersia chilensis has yellow flowers with a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Miersia chilensis is a small shrub that grows up to 1m tall and is native to Central and South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or summer. Cuttings can also be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Miersia chilensis

Miersia chilensis is native to Chile and Argentina.

Miersia chilensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Miersia chilensis?

Miersia chilensis

What is the common name of Miersia chilensis?

Chilean Miersia

What is the natural habitat of Miersia chilensis?

Miersia chilensis is native to Chile.

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-281464: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.