Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
chilensis
ID:
733917

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L'Hér.) Traub

Source:
wcs

Year:
1953

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000733250



Common Names

  • Rhodophiala chilensis
  • Chilean Rhodophiala
  • Chilensis Rhodophiala


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Synonyms

  • Habranthus chilensis Herb. [unknown]
  • Habranthus speciosus Herb. [unknown]
  • Hippeastrum chilense Baker [unknown]
  • Rhodophiala volckmannii Phil. [unknown]
  • Rhodophiala biflora Phil. [unknown]
  • Rhodolirium chilense (L'Hér.) Ravenna [unknown]
  • Rhodolirium speciosum (Herb.) Ravenna [unknown]
  • Zephyranthes lutea Herb. [unknown]
  • Zephyranthes chloroleuca Herb. [unknown]
  • Amaryllis biflora (Phil.) Traub & Moldenke [illegitimate]
  • Amaryllis chilensis L'Hér. [unknown]
  • Amaryllis chloroleuca Ker Gawl. [unknown]
  • Amaryllis coccinea Molina [unknown]
  • Amaryllis linearifolia Molina [unknown]
  • Amaryllis lutea Pav. ex Roem. & Schult. [unknown]
  • Amaryllis lutescens Herb. ex Kunth [unknown]
  • Amaryllis ochroleuca Ker Gawl. ex Schult.f. [unknown]

Description

Rhodophiala chilensis (also called Chilean Rhodophiala, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous perennial native to Chile. It has a rosette of basal leaves and grows up to 40 cm tall. Its flowers are bell-shaped and pink or white in color. It is found in temperate grasslands and shrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Rhodophiala chilensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhodophiala chilensis has a flower that is white with a yellow centre, and its seeds are small, black and oval in shape. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhodophiala chilensis can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It is not drought-tolerant and needs to be watered regularly. It can be propagated by taking cuttings in the spring or early summer.

Where to Find Rhodophiala chilensis

Rhodophiala chilensis is native to the temperate forests of Chile.

Rhodophiala chilensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhodophiala chilensis?

Rhodophiala chilensis

What is the common name of Rhodophiala chilensis?

Chilean Bellflower

Where is Rhodophiala chilensis native to?

Southern Chile and Argentina

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-286832: Based on the initial data import
Charles Louis L'Héritier de Brutelle (1746-1800): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L'Hér.' in the authors string.
Hamilton Paul Traub (1890-1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Traub' in the authors string.