Stenomesson leucanthum - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leucanthum
ID:
771539
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Ravenna) Meerow & van der Werff
Source:
wcs
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 29: 515 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000770872
Common Names
- Leucanthum Stenomesson
- Leucanthum Lily
- Leucanthum Alstroemeria
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Stenomesson leucanthum (also called 'White-flowered Stenomesson' or 'White-flowered Lily', among many other common names) is a bulbous plant with white flowers and long, narrow leaves. It is native to South America and is found in dry, grassy habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Stenomesson leucanthum is an ornamental plant, often used in flower beds and borders. The flowers are also used in cut flower arrangements.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Stenomesson leucanthum has white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two or three short, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Stenomesson leucanthum can be propagated by cuttings or seeds. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is best to keep the soil moist but not soggy. It is relatively easy to care for and can tolerate a wide range of temperatures.
Where to Find Stenomesson leucanthum
Stenomesson leucanthum can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, and El Salvador.
Stenomesson leucanthum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stenomesson leucanthum?
Stenomesson leucanthum
What is the common name of Stenomesson leucanthum?
White-flowered Amaryllis
What type of plant is Stenomesson leucanthum?
Bulb
Species in the Stenomesson genus
Stenomesson aurantiacum, Stenomesson breviflorum, Stenomesson chilense, Stenomesson rupense, Stenomesson campanulatum, Stenomesson weberbaueri, Stenomesson parvulum, Stenomesson gasteroides, Stenomesson miniatum, Stenomesson moldenkei, Stenomesson pauciflorum, Stenomesson pearcei, Stenomesson flavum, Stenomesson vitellinum, Stenomesson chloranthum, Stenomesson leucanthum, Stenomesson mirabilis, Stenomesson ecuadorense,
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-309571: Based on the initial data import
Henk van der Werff (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'van der Werff' in the authors string.
Pierfelice Ravenna (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ravenna' in the authors string.
Alan W. Meerow (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meerow' in the authors string.