Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
ananuca
ID:
733949

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Phil.) Traub

Source:
wcs

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
Pl. Life 9: 60 (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000733282



Common Names

  • Rhodophiala ananuca
  • Ananuca Bellflower
  • Chilean Bellflower


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Description

Rhodophiala ananuca (also called Ananuca Rhodophiala, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that can reach up to 30 cm in height. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Rhodophiala ananuca is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhodophiala ananuca has white, bell-shaped flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves that are green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhodophiala ananuca is a slow-growing, evergreen perennial that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, but can also be done by division. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Rhodophiala ananuca

Rhodophiala ananuca can be found in the Andes Mountains of Peru and Bolivia.

Rhodophiala ananuca FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhodophiala ananuca?

Rhodophiala ananuca

What is the common name of Rhodophiala ananuca?

Ananuca Bellflower

Where is Rhodophiala ananuca native to?

Chile

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-286835: Based on the initial data import
Rodolfo Amando Philippi (1808-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Phil.' in the authors string.
Hamilton Paul Traub (1890-1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Traub' in the authors string.