Rhodophiala berteroana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
berteroana
ID:
734016
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Phil.) Traub
Source:
wcs
Year:
1953
Citation Micro:
Pl. Life 9: 59 (1953)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000733349
Common Names
- Rhodophiala berteroana
- Berteroana Rhodophiala
- Berteroana
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Rhodophiala berteroana (also called Rhodophiala berteroana, among many other common names) is a small, bulbous perennial native to the Andes Mountains of South America. It has long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers. It prefers moist, shady habitats and can be found in lowland rainforests, mountain forests, and along streams and rivers.
Uses & Benefits
Rhodophiala berteroana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of timber and for making furniture.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rhodophiala berteroana has small, white flowers with yellow centers and long, slender seedpods. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate with long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Rhodophiala berteroana is a small perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It prefers moist soils and partial shade. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring and divisions taken in autumn.
Where to Find Rhodophiala berteroana
Rhodophiala berteroana can be found in the temperate and subtropical regions of South America.
Rhodophiala berteroana FAQ
What is the common name of Rhodophiala berteroana?
Bertero's Oxblood Lily
What is the natural habitat of Rhodophiala berteroana?
Grasslands, scrub, and rocky slopes
What is the flowering season of Rhodophiala berteroana?
Late spring to early summer
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-286841: 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.