Rhodophiala andina - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
andina
ID:
733971
Status:
valid
Authors:
Phil.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1873
Citation Micro:
Anales Univ. Chile 43: 543 (1873)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000733304
Common Names
- Rhodophiala andina
- Andean Bellflower
- Andina Bellflower
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Rhodophiala andina (also called Andean 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 andina 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 andina 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Rhodophiala andina 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 andina
Rhodophiala andina can be found in the Andes Mountains of Peru and Bolivia.
Rhodophiala andina FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rhodophiala andina?
Rhodophiala andina
What is the common name of Rhodophiala andina?
Andean Oxlip
Where is Rhodophiala andina found?
Chile
Species in the Rhodophiala genus
Rhodophiala rosea, Rhodophiala maculata, Rhodophiala moelleri, Rhodophiala montana, Rhodophiala popetana, Rhodophiala pratensis, Rhodophiala splendens, Rhodophiala tiltilensis, Rhodophiala chilensis, Rhodophiala advena, Rhodophiala ananuca, Rhodophiala andina, Rhodophiala araucana, Rhodophiala bagnoldii, Rhodophiala bakeri, Rhodophiala berteroana, Rhodophiala lineata, Rhodophiala colonum, Rhodophiala consobrina, Rhodophiala flava, Rhodophiala fulgens, Rhodophiala bifida, Rhodophiala phycelloides, Rhodophiala ovalleana, Rhodophiala gilliesiana,
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-286837: Based on the initial data import
Rodolfo Amando Philippi (1808-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Phil.' in the authors string.