Status:
valid
Authors:
Ravenna
Source:
tro
Year:
1971
Citation Micro:
Pl. Life 27: 77 1971
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001046809
Common Names
- Stenomesson mirabilis
- Miracle Lily
- Peruvian Lily
Uses & Benefits
Stynomesson mirabilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used to treat skin diseases and as a diuretic.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Stenomesson mirabilis are white or pink, and have six petals. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings have small, oval leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Stenomesson mirabilis is a bulbous plant that can reach up to 1m in height. It is native to Peru. It is propagated by seed and can be grown in a wide range of soils. It prefers full sun and is tolerant of moderate drought. It is also resistant to pests and diseases.
Where to Find Stenomesson mirabilis
Stenomesson mirabilis can be found in the Andes Mountains of Peru.
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,