Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
divaricatanthera
ID:
771523

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.Tanaka

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 59: 157 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000770856



Common Names

  • Divaricatanthera Peliosanthes
  • Divaricatanthera Lily
  • Divaricatanthera Alstroemeria


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Description

Peliosanthes divaricatanthera (also called 'Divaricate Peliosanthes' or 'Divaricate Lily', among many other common names) is a bulbous plant with white flowers and long, narrow leaves. It is native to East Asia and is found in dry, grassy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Peliosanthes divaricatanthera is an ornamental plant, often used in flower beds and borders. The flowers are also used in cut flower arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Peliosanthes divaricatanthera 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Peliosanthes divaricatanthera is a bulbous perennial plant native to East Asia. It can be propagated by dividing the bulbs in the spring or autumn. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Peliosanthes divaricatanthera

Peliosanthes divaricatanthera is native to Southeast Asia. It can be found in nurseries and online retailers that specialize in Southeast Asian plants.

Peliosanthes divaricatanthera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Peliosanthes divaricatanthera?

Peliosanthes divaricatanthera

What is the common name of Peliosanthes divaricatanthera?

Divaricate-anthered Peliosanthes

What type of plant is Peliosanthes divaricatanthera?

Herb

Species in the Peliosanthes genus

Peliosanthes macrophylla, Peliosanthes macrostegia, Peliosanthes violacea, Peliosanthes ophiopogonoides, Peliosanthes curnberlegii, Peliosanthes kaoi, Peliosanthes yunnanensis, Peliosanthes sinica, Peliosanthes griffithii, Peliosanthes teta, Peliosanthes dehongensis, Peliosanthes sessilis, Peliosanthes gracilipes, Peliosanthes subcoronata, Peliosanthes pachystachya, Peliosanthes divaricatanthera, Peliosanthes weberi, Peliosanthes caesia, Peliosanthes reflexa, Peliosanthes irinae, Peliosanthes argenteostriata, Peliosanthes nivea, Peliosanthes nutans, Peliosanthes retroflexa, Peliosanthes minutiflora, Peliosanthes brevicoronata, Peliosanthes cambodiana, Peliosanthes triandra, Peliosanthes micrantha, Peliosanthes densiflora, Peliosanthes hexagona, Peliosanthes aperta, Peliosanthes elegans, Peliosanthes kenhillii, Peliosanthes separata, Peliosanthes inaperta, Peliosanthes kenhilloides, Peliosanthes splendens,

Species in the Asparagaceae family

Acanthocarpus canaliculatus, Acanthocarpus humilis, Acanthocarpus parviflorus, Acanthocarpus preissii, Acanthocarpus robustus, Acanthocarpus rupestris, Acanthocarpus verticillatus, Agave acicularis, Agave acklinicola, Agave ajoensis, Agave aktites, Agave albescens, Agave albomarginata, Agave americana, Agave angustiarum, Agave angustifolia, Agave anomala, Agave antillarum, Agave apedicellata, Agave applanata, Agave arizonica, Agave arubensis, Agave asperrima, Agave atrovirens, Agave attenuata, Agave aurea, Agave avellanidens, Agave bahamana, Agave bicolor, Agave boldinghiana, Agave bovicornuta, Agave braceana, Agave bracteosa, Agave brevipetala, Agave brevispina, Agave brittoniana, Agave brunnea, Agave bulliana, Agave cacozela, Agave cajalbanensis, Agave calodonta, Agave capensis, Agave caribaeicola, Agave cerulata, Agave chamelensis, Agave chiapensis, Agave chrysantha, Agave chrysoglossa, Agave cocui, Agave collina,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-309556: Based on the initial data import
Noriyuki Tanaka (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Tanaka' in the authors string.