Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
comunelloi
ID:
1318558

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.E.Bastian & Büneker

Source:
ipni

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Balduinia 62: 2, figs. 2-3. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001331012



Common Names

  • Zephyranthes comunelloi
  • Comunelloi Zephyranthes
  • Zephyranthes Comunelloi


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Description

Zephyranthes comunelloi (also called Zephyranthes communelloi, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single flowering stem. The leaves are divided into three leaflets and the flowers are white or pinkish in color. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Zephyranthes comunelloi is used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, colds, and other ailments, as a source of fuel and timber, and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Zephyranthes comunelloi is a small, white, star-shaped flower with six petals. The seed is a small, black, shiny nut. The seedlings are small, with a single cotyledon and a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zephyranthes comunelloi can be propagated by division of the bulbs. Cultivation requires moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It is best grown in humus-rich, well-drained soils in a sheltered position.

Where to Find Zephyranthes comunelloi

Zephyranthes comunelloi is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Zephyranthes comunelloi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zephyranthes comunelloi?

Zephyranthes comunelloi

What is the common name of Zephyranthes comunelloi?

Comunello's Rain Lily

Where is Zephyranthes comunelloi found?

Zephyranthes comunelloi is found in Mexico

Species in the Zephyranthes genus

Zephyranthes amoena, Zephyranthes hondurensis, Zephyranthes diluta, Zephyranthes wrightii, Zephyranthes elegans, Zephyranthes versicolor, Zephyranthes subflava, Zephyranthes katheriniae, Zephyranthes candida, Zephyranthes yaviensis, Zephyranthes breviscapa, Zephyranthes reginae, Zephyranthes dichromantha, Zephyranthes moctezumae, Zephyranthes purpurella, Zephyranthes guatemalensis, Zephyranthes primulina, Zephyranthes nymphaea, Zephyranthes crociflora, Zephyranthes ciceroana, Zephyranthes bella, Zephyranthes leucantha, Zephyranthes drummondii, Zephyranthes fosteri, Zephyranthes gracilis, Zephyranthes howardii, Zephyranthes insularum, Zephyranthes jonesii, Zephyranthes latissimifolia, Zephyranthes erubescens, Zephyranthes filifolia, Zephyranthes refugiensis, Zephyranthes flavissima, Zephyranthes pulchella, Zephyranthes puertoricensis, Zephyranthes plumieri, Zephyranthes nervosa, Zephyranthes paranaensis, Zephyranthes depauperata, Zephyranthes lindleyana, Zephyranthes longistyla, Zephyranthes macrosiphon, Zephyranthes mesochloa, Zephyranthes minima, Zephyranthes minuta, Zephyranthes morrisclintii, Zephyranthes nelsonii, Zephyranthes albiella, Zephyranthes albolilacinus, Zephyranthes stellaris,

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

Henrique Mallmann Büneker (b.2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Büneker' in the authors string.
Regis Eduardo Bastian: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.E.Bastian' in the authors string.