Alstroemeria haemantha (Amaryllidaceae)

Browse Plants Articles

Power Search!

Browse Botanic Names

Sponsored By KhorWills

Alstroemeria haemantha
(1 Page of 5)

The Alstroemeria haemantha plant species is found in S. America - Chile It is a member of the Amaryllidaceae family. Some home gardeners know the variety as A. simsii

Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses
Medicinal | Edible Uses

Latin Name:  Alstroemeria haemantha
Family:  Amaryllidaceae
Author:  Ruiz.&Pavon.

Known Hazards:  Some people are sensitive to this plant and skin contact with the sap can cause them to get dermatitis[65].

Mature Height:  0.9   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Well-drained rocky hillsides[187].

Propagation Notes: Seed - best sown in individual pots in a cold frame as soon as it is ripe although seedlings can be transplanted successfully if they are moved with care whilst small. Pre-soak stored seed for 12 hrs in warm water, warm stratify for 4 weeks at 25°c and then reduce the temperature to 10°c. Excising a small bit of the seed near the embryo after the seed has been warm stratified helps to speed up the germination process[164]. Plant out about 20cm deep into their permanent positions in late summer or autumn[200]. Division in April or October with care since the plant resents root disturbance[133]. Ensure each portion has a growth bud[111].

For further Alstroemeria haemantha gardening information
click on one of the blue links below

Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses
Medicinal | Edible Uses

The information above has been supplied solely via the hard work and dedication of the team at 'Plants for a Future'.
View their bibliography
Useful Edible Plants Future