Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
undulata
ID:
699282

Status:
valid

Authors:
Herb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1820

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000698615



Common Names

  • Undulate Guineacorn Lily
  • Undulate Coral Lily
  • Undulate Coral Bells


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Synonyms

  • Haemanthus undulatus Thunb. [unknown]
  • Imhofia flexuosa Kuntze [unknown]
  • Imhofia undulata Kuntze [unknown]
  • Loxanthes undulata Salisb. [unknown]
  • Loxanthes flexuosa Salisb. [unknown]
  • Nerine aucta M.Roem. [unknown]
  • Nerine alta W.F.Barker [unknown]
  • Nerine flexuosa (Jacq.) Herb. [unknown]
  • Amaryllis aucta Tratt. [unknown]
  • Amaryllis flexuosa Jacq. [unknown]
  • Amaryllis undulata L. [unknown]
  • Nerine flexuosa alba Gumbl. [unknown]
  • Amaryllis major Tratt. [unknown]
  • Nerine undulata major (Tratt.) Baker [unknown]
  • Nerine flexuosa Herb. [unknown]

Description

Nerine undulata (also called Guernsey lily, among many other common names) is a bulbous perennial plant native to South Africa. It has long, strap-like leaves and produces clusters of pink or white flowers in autumn. It grows in well-drained soils in sunny, open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Nerine undulata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional Chinese medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Nerine undulata has white flowers with yellow throats. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a white root system.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nerine undulata is a perennial plant that grows best in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is done by division or from seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame or seed bed. Division should be done in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Nerine undulata

Nerine undulata can be found in South Africa.

Nerine undulata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nerine undulata?

Nerine undulata

What is the common name of Nerine undulata?

Wavy-leaved nerine

Where does Nerine undulata grow?

Nerine undulata is found in the mountains of South Africa.

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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