Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
andicola
ID:
734330

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Poepp.) Ravenna

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Bot. Australis 2: 10 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000733663



Common Names

  • Rhodolirium andicola
  • Andicola Rhodolirium
  • Rhodolirium


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Description

Rhodolirium andicola (also called Andean Rhodolirium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Amaryllidaceae. It is native to South America and grows in grassland and open woodland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Rhodolirium andicola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhodolirium andicola has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, thin stems with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhodolirium andicola is a fast-growing, evergreen climber that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, sheltered position until they have rooted. Once rooted, they can be transplanted into the garden.

Where to Find Rhodolirium andicola

Rhodolirium andicola is endemic to the south-west of Western Australia, where it grows in sandy soils in open woodland and heathland.

Rhodolirium andicola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhodolirium andicola?

Rhodolirium andicola

What is the common name of Rhodolirium andicola?

Andean Rhodolirium

What is the habitat of Rhodolirium andicola?

It is found in the Andes Mountains in South America.

Species in the Rhodolirium genus

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

Eduard Friedrich Poeppig (1798-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Poepp.' in the authors string.
Pierfelice Ravenna (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ravenna' in the authors string.