Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
mirabilis
ID:
1047471

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

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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.

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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 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 tro-1201686: Based on the initial data import
Pierfelice Ravenna (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ravenna' in the authors string.