Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
tubiflorum
ID:
727703

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L'Hér.) M.Roem.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1847

Citation Micro:
Fam. Nat. Syn. Monogr. 4: 127 (1847)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000727036



Common Names

  • Tubeflower Marshweed
  • Tubeflower Waterweed
  • Pyrolirion


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Synonyms

  • Pyrolirion flammeum (Ruiz & Pav.) Herb. [unknown]
  • Zephyranthes flammea (Ruiz & Pav.) Baker [unknown]
  • Zephyranthes tubiflora (L'Hér.) Schinz [unknown]
  • Zephyranthes tubiflora flammea (Ruiz & Pav.) J.F.Macbr. [unknown]
  • Amaryllis flammea Ruiz & Pav. [unknown]
  • Amaryllis peruviana Ker Gawl. [unknown]
  • Amaryllis tubiflora L'Hér. [unknown]

Description

Pyrolirion tubiflorum (also called Tube-flowered Pyrolirion, among many other common names) is an aquatic plant native to India and Sri Lanka. It has long, narrow, pointed leaves and grows in shallow water, often in marshes and swamps. It is a popular aquarium plant, and is also used in traditional medicine.

Uses & Benefits

Pyrolirion tubiflorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pyrolirion tubiflorum has white, star-shaped flowers, and its seeds are small, black and glossy. Its seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pyrolirion tubiflorum can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into several sections and replanted in a well-drained potting mix. It prefers full sun or partial shade and should be protected from extreme temperatures.

Where to Find Pyrolirion tubiflorum

Pyrolirion tubiflorum is found in Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Pyrolirion tubiflorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pyrolirion tubiflorum?

Pyrolirion tubiflorum

What are the common names of Pyrolirion tubiflorum?

Tubeflower Pyrolirion

Where is Pyrolirion tubiflorum found?

It is found in the Caucasus and Turkey

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-285716: Based on the initial data import
Charles Louis L'Héritier de Brutelle (1746-1800): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L'Hér.' in the authors string.
Max Joseph Roemer (1791-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Roem.' in the authors string.