Nerine angustifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
angustifolia
ID:
698370
Status:
valid
Authors:
W.Watson
Source:
wcs
Year:
1889
Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. , ser. 3, 6: 195 (1889)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000697703
Common Names
- Angustifolia Nerine
- Angustifolia Nerine
- Angustifolia Nerine
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- Nerine angulata L.Bolus [unknown]
- Nerine pulchella angustifolia Baker [unknown]
- Nerine flexuosa angustifolia (Baker) Baker [unknown]
Description
Nerine angustifolia (also called Guernsey Lily, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Amaryllidaceae family. It is native to South Africa and grows in grasslands and rocky areas. It has long, narrow leaves and produces white, pink, or red flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Nerine angustifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in dried flower arrangements.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Nerine angustifolia has white or pink flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Nerine angustifolia is a perennial plant native to South Africa. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation can be done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a cold frame. Division should be done in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Nerine angustifolia
Nerine angustifolia can be found in the mountains of South Africa.
Nerine angustifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Nerine angustifolia?
Nerine angustifolia
What is the common name of Nerine angustifolia?
Narrow-Leaved Spider Lily
What is the natural habitat of Nerine angustifolia?
Grasslands and open woodlands
Species in the Nerine genus
Nerine marincowitzii, Nerine appendiculata, Nerine angustifolia, Nerine filifolia, Nerine filamentosa, Nerine bowdenii, Nerine versicolor, Nerine undulata, Nerine transvaalensis, Nerine sarniensis, Nerine laticoma, Nerine krigei, Nerine humilis, Nerine hesseoides, Nerine gracilis, Nerine gibsonii, Nerine gaberonensis, Nerine frithii, Nerine ridleyi, Nerine rehmannii, Nerine masoniorum, Nerine pudica, Nerine platypetala, Nerine pancratioides, Nerine pusilla, Nerine laticoma, Nerine macmasteri,
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-282067: Based on the initial data import
William Watson (1858-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.Watson' in the authors string.