Zephyranthes minuta - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
minuta
ID:
753121
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Kunth) D.Dietr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1840
Citation Micro:
Syn. Pl. 2: 1176 (1840)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000752454
Common Names
- Minuta Rain Lily
- Fairy Lily
- Rain Lily
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Zephyranthes minuta (also called Small Rain Lily, among many other common names) is a perennial bulbous plant native to Mexico, Central America, South America, and the Caribbean. It is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed sites. It has narrow, grass-like leaves and produces white, pink, or yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Zephyranthes minuta is an ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used in landscaping and as a cut flower.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Zephyranthes minuta is white, with a yellow center, and has six petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and white.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Zephyranthes minuta is a bulbous perennial that grows from a corm. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It can be propagated by dividing the corms in the spring or by seed. The corms should be planted in a well-draining soil and kept moist. It prefers full sun to partial shade and can tolerate temperatures down to 10°F (-12°C). It is a drought tolerant plant and does not require much water once established.
Where to Find Zephyranthes minuta
Zephyranthes minuta can be found in the US states of Texas, Oklahoma, and Louisiana.
Zephyranthes minuta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Zephyranthes minuta?
Zephyranthes minuta
What is the common name of Zephyranthes minuta?
Tiny Rain Lily
What is the natural habitat of Zephyranthes minuta?
Open woods, grasslands, and disturbed sites
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-291958: Based on the initial data import
David Nathaniel Friedrich Dietrich (1799-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Dietr.' in the authors string.