Rhodophiala colonum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
colonum
ID:
734079
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Phil.) Traub
Source:
wcs
Year:
1953
Citation Micro:
Pl. Life 9: 60 (1953)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000733412
Common Names
- Rhodophiala colonum
- Colonum Rhodophiala
- Colonum
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- Hippeastrum colonum Phil. [unknown]
- Amaryllis coloniana Traub & Uphof [unknown]
Description
Rhodophiala colonum (also called Colon's 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 colonum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a dye for fabrics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Rhodophiala colonum are white, with four petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and spindly, with small, round leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Rhodophiala colonum is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4 meters in height. It is native to tropical Africa, and is hardy to USDA zones 10-11. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall.
Where to Find Rhodophiala colonum
Rhodophiala colonum can be found in the temperate and subtropical regions of South America.
Rhodophiala colonum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rhodophiala colonum?
Rhodophiala colonum
What is the common name of Rhodophiala colonum?
Colon's Rhodophiala
What is the natural habitat of Rhodophiala colonum?
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-286847: 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.