Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
humilis
ID:
699639

Status:
valid

Authors:
Herb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1820

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. 47: t. 2124 (1820)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000698972



Common Names

  • Humilis Nerine
  • Humble Nerine
  • Nerine humilis


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Synonyms

  • Imhofia humilis Kuntze [unknown]
  • Loxanthes humilis Salisb. [unknown]
  • Nerine breachiae W.F.Barker [unknown]
  • Nerine tulbaghensis W.F.Barker [unknown]
  • Nerine pulchella Herb. [unknown]
  • Nerine peersii W.F.Barker [unknown]
  • Amaryllis humilis Jacq. [unknown]
  • Nerine flexuosa pulchella (Herb.) Baker [unknown]
  • Nerine humilis fera (W.F.Barker) Traub [unknown]
  • Nerine humilis fera W.F.Barker [unknown]

Description

Nerine humilis (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 is found in grassland, scrub and rocky areas. It has narrow, linear leaves and clusters of bright pink flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Nerine humilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used medicinally for treating various ailments such as fever, liver and kidney disorders, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Nerine humilis is pink, star-shaped, and about 3 cm long. Seeds are small, black, and glossy. Seedlings are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nerine humilis is a low-growing, herbaceous perennial that is native to the mountains of Europe. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division in the spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Nerine humilis

Nerine humilis is native to South Africa. It can be found in rocky areas and grasslands.

Nerine humilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nerine humilis?

Nerine humilis

Where is Nerine humilis native to?

South Africa

What is the common name of Nerine humilis?

Humble Nerine

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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