Tigridia amatlanensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Aarón Rodr. & García-Mend.
Source:
iplants
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 56: 128 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000800967
Common Names
- Tigridia amatlanensis
- Mexican Tiger Flower
- Mexican Shell Flower
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tigridia amatlanensis (also called Amatlan Tigridia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico and Central America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and produces orange flowers. It is found in moist habitats, such as meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Tigridia amatlanensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tigridia amatlanensis is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tigridia amatlanensis is a tropical plant native to Central and South America. It is a perennial herb that grows up to 1.5m in height and has large, bright green leaves. It is best grown in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by division of the rootstock or by cuttings. It is also possible to propagate from seed, although this is not as reliable.
Where to Find Tigridia amatlanensis
Tigridia amatlanensis is native to Mexico and is found in the states of Chiapas, Guerrero, Hidalgo, Oaxaca, Puebla, and Veracruz.
Tigridia amatlanensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tigridia amatlanensis?
Tigridia amatlanensis
What is the common name of Tigridia amatlanensis?
Amatlan Tiger Flower
What is the natural habitat of Tigridia amatlanensis?
It is native to Mexico
Species in the Tigridia genus
Tigridia mariaetrinitatis, Tigridia raimondii, Tigridia van-houttei, Tigridia estelae, Tigridia chrysantha, Tigridia martinezii, Tigridia potosina, Tigridia catarinensis, Tigridia alpestris, Tigridia durangensis, Tigridia dugesii, Tigridia flammea, Tigridia chiapensis, Tigridia bicolor, Tigridia augusta, Tigridia hintonii, Tigridia inusitata, Tigridia immaculata, Tigridia illecebrosa, Tigridia huyanae, Tigridia ehrenbergii, Tigridia albicans, Tigridia hallbergii, Tigridia galanthoides, Tigridia huajuapanensis, Tigridia matudae, Tigridia mortonii, Tigridia philippiana, Tigridia pearcei, Tigridia pavonia, Tigridia multiflora, Tigridia molseediana, Tigridia minuta, Tigridia mexicana, Tigridia meleagris, Tigridia orthantha, Tigridia violacea, Tigridia venusta, Tigridia pulchella, Tigridia tepoxtlana, Tigridia seleriana, Tigridia purruchucana, Tigridia purpusii, Tigridia amatlanensis, Tigridia gracielae, Tigridia rzedowskiana, Tigridia suarezii, Tigridia pugana, Tigridia conzattii, Tigridia longispatha,
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-339375: Based on the initial data import
Abisai Josue García-Mendoza (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'García-Mend.' in the authors string.
Aarón Rodríguez Contreras (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aarón Rodr.' in the authors string.