Rhodophiala araucana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
araucana
ID:
733982
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Phil.) Traub
Source:
wcs
Year:
1953
Citation Micro:
Pl. Life 9: 60 (1953)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000733315
Common Names
- Rhodophiala araucana
- Araucana Bellflower
- Araucan Bellflower
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Rhodophiala araucana (also called Araucana 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 araucana 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 araucana 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 araucana is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can tolerate partial shade and dry conditions. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F (-29°C). It can be propagated by dividing the clumps in spring or fall.
Where to Find Rhodophiala araucana
Rhodophiala araucana can be found in the Andes Mountains of Chile and Argentina.
Rhodophiala araucana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rhodophiala araucana?
Rhodophiala araucana
What type of plant is Rhodophiala araucana?
It is a flowering shrub
Where is Rhodophiala araucana native to?
It is native to South America
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-286838: 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.