Calydorea amabilis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Ravenna) Goldblatt & Henrich
Source:
iplants
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 78(2): 511 (1991):.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000788397
Common Names
- Calydorea amabilis
- Amabilis Calydorea
- Calydorea Amabilis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Calydorea amabilis (also called 'Amabilis Calydorea' or 'Amabilis', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to South America. It is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas in forests, grasslands, and meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Calydorea amabilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used as a food source for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Calydorea amabilis is white and has five petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Calydorea amabilis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and planted in a moist, well-drained soil. Once established, it requires minimal care.
Where to Find Calydorea amabilis
Calydorea amabilis can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.
Calydorea amabilis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calydorea amabilis?
Calydorea amabilis
What is the common name of Calydorea amabilis?
Lovely Calydorea
What is the natural habitat of Calydorea amabilis?
It is native to tropical regions and is found in moist forests
Species in the Calydorea genus
Calydorea amabilis, Calydorea approximata, Calydorea azurea, Calydorea campestris, Calydorea cipuroides, Calydorea crocoides, Calydorea gardneri, Calydorea luteola, Calydorea mexicana, Calydorea nuda, Calydorea pallens, Calydorea undulata, Calydorea venezolensis, Calydorea xyphioides, Calydorea bifida, Calydorea alba, Calydorea basaltica, Calydorea longipes, Calydorea minima, Calydorea riograndensis, Calydorea charruana, Calydorea minuana,
Species in the Iridaceae family
Alophia drummondii, Alophia intermedia, Alophia medusa, Alophia silvestris, Alophia veracruzana, Aristea abyssinica, Aristea africana, Aristea alata, Aristea anceps, Aristea angolensis, Aristea angustifolia, Aristea bakeri, Aristea bequaertii, Aristea biflora, Aristea cantharophila, Aristea capitata, Aristea cladocarpa, Aristea compressa, Aristea cuspidata, Aristea dichotoma, Aristea djalonis, Aristea ecklonii, Aristea fimbriata, Aristea flexicaulis, Aristea galpinii, Aristea glauca, Aristea goetzei, Aristea grandis, Aristea humbertii, Aristea inaequalis, Aristea juncifolia, Aristea kitchingii, Aristea latifolia, Aristea lugens, Aristea madagascariensis, Aristea montana, Aristea monticola, Aristea nyikensis, Aristea oligocephala, Aristea palustris, Aristea parviflora, Aristea pauciflora, Aristea platycaulis, Aristea polycephala, Aristea pusilla, Aristea racemosa, Aristea ranomafana, Aristea recisa, Aristea rigidifolia, Aristea rupicola,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-327001: Based on the initial data import
Peter Goldblatt (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Goldblatt' in the authors string.
Pierfelice Ravenna (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ravenna' in the authors string.
James Emil Henrich: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Henrich' in the authors string.