David v alford bsc, phd, in pests of ornamental trees, shrubs and flowers second edition, 2012. Hippeastrum species, amaryllis, striped barbados lily. Published in association with the royal horticultural society as part of our plant collector guide series, this book for gardeners describes the astonishing range of hybrids now available and. The leaves are hysteranthous develop after flowering, sessile, rarely. The plant we commonly call amaryllis is a south american native in the genus hippeastrum, while the true amaryllis or belladonna lilies amaryllis spp. Among the alkaloids found in hippeastrum species, lycorine 1 and montanine are the. The offsets begin blooming when quite smallno waiting years for them to bloom as with most hybrids. Each plant has information on its soil requirements, aspect pruning and fertilising as well as propagation. Published in association with the royal horticultural society as part of our plant collector guide series, this book for gardeners describes the astonishing range of.
The broad petals overlap at their bases and give a very substantial appearance to this lovely flower and the small green throat adds just. Hippeastrum striatum striped barbados lily hippeastrum vittatum. The hybrids of hippeastrum, also known by gardeners as amaryllis, have long been popular indoor plants, their flamboyant blooms bringing cheer during the dark winter months. This species offsets plentifully and sets seeds abundantly. A manual for the identification of plants cultivated in europe. Hippeastrum vittatum in the germplasm resources information network grin, u. Hippeastrum reticulatum nettedveined amaryllis, stripedleaved amaryllis hippeastrum black. Color very close to survivor pink breast cancer pink ribbon color, imo, a lovely soft shade. Amaryllidaceae from the department of amazonas, peru, is described and illustrated here. Hippeastrum is a genus of about 90 species and over 600 hybrids and cultivars of perennial.
There are also epiphytic species such as hippeastrum aulicum, hippeastrum calyptratum, hippeastrum papilio and hippeastrum arboricola, which require air circulation around their roots,template. Hippeastrum is a genus in the family amaryllidaceae subfamily amaryllidoideae, tribe hippeastreae, and subtribe hippeastrineae. Hippeastrum definition is a genus of tropical american bulbous plants family amaryllidaceae that are widely cultivated for their showy white to crimson flowers and that are sometimes included in the genus amaryllis. Another uncommon alkaloid found in hippeastrum was a simple carboline, isolated from hippeastrum vittatum youssef, 2001. Hippeastrum definition of hippeastrum by merriamwebster. It prefers a well drained organic rich moist fertile light loamy soil with a ph range from 6. Ji yubin 1,2, xue qinbing 1,2, xin guosong 1,2 and li xin 1,2. Hippeastrum definition of hippeastrum by the free dictionary. Planting instructions pdf seed germination instructions pdf. Hippeastrum peruvianum amaryllidaceae, a new species. Files are available under licenses specified on their description page. The history is complex, so just below this stunning photo is a bite sized snack to help explain it all. The fresh leaves of hippeastrum vittatum were sliced and dried, crushed, sieved to debris through 2030 mesh for being used later. Growing hippeastrum amaryllis indoors houseplantsexpert.
After the dormant period nov dec begin feeding with a liquid fertilizer once every 2 weeks once you begin to see leaf. Screening for cytotoxic activity of extracts and isolated. Pdf study on extraction, isolation and structure identification of. About the hippeastrum or amaryllis youll know this flowering houseplant as either hippeastrum or amaryllis. The plants database includes the following 4 species of hippeastrum. Holding the bulb by its long neck, lower the roots in and cover with compost. Mar 01, 2004 the hybrids of hippeastrum, also known by gardeners as amaryllis, have long been popular indoor plants, their flamboyant blooms bringing cheer during the dark winter months. Amaryllis bulbs are often used as holiday gifts, their large, brightly colored flowers brightening up a long, cold winter. Pdf in vitro micropropagation and alkaloids of hippeastrum. This video shows a bed of the amaryllis hippeastrum vittatum. Hippeastrum growing conditions are different in all parts of australia. Emerging foliage tends to be bright green, and lacks the normal greyish bloom.
When planting the bulb the depth of the bulb, you should make sure you leave the hippeastrum bulbs nose and shoulders left planted above the soil. Sep 25, 2012 hippeastrum flowers can be large and dramatic particularly as thet are borne whilst the plants are leafless. Hippeastrum is a genus in the family amaryllidaceae subfamily amaryllidoideae, tribe hippeastreae, and subtribe. Plant each bulb neck up with half of the bulb above the soil surface in a humusy, welldraining potting soil mix. Click below on a thumbnail map or name for species profiles. Usda, ars, germplasm resources information network. Leave in the ground for 34 years, let dry and replant. Hippeastrum angustifolium is an example of a species preferring flood areas, while other species prefer a drier habitat. Post reply talking about amaryllis hippeastrum louise, bsharf wrote 1st photo is of a fused flower, a rare but interesting occurrence in nature. In vitro micropropagation and alkaloids of hippeastrum. For development of the stem, warmth is especially important, therefore it is best to keep it at room temperature. Pdf different concentrations of methyl jasmonate, spermine, casein. Montanine was isolated in an appreciable amount from h.
You can purchase this and other amaryllis at this video shows the amaryllis vittatum in full bloom. Of the species with trumped form flowers, the best known is hippeastrum vittatum lherit. Anxiolytic, antidepressant and anticonvulsantlike effects of the alkaloid montanine isolated from hippeastrum vittatum. Hippeastrum peruvianum amaryllidaceae, a new species from. Broad, crystalline white petals are varying marked and striped with candy pink to cherry red lines. A common species from savannah areas, mostly in north and central western brazil, is h. In vitro bulb production in hippeastrum hippeastrum hybridum pdf. Hippeastrum reticulatum nettedveined amaryllis, stripedleaved amaryllis hippeastrum black pearl. Plants enjoy bright locations in the home with some morning sun, but not direct afternoon sun.
Study on extraction, isolation and structure identification of the chemical constituents of hippeastrum vittatum. Planting instructions pdf seed germination instructions pdf tropical fruit trees and their cold hardiness pdf very cold hardy avocadoes pdf plant finder. Hippeastrum plants was verified by electron microscope observations. Pdf the mtt assay results show that the four parts extraction of amaryllis leaves. Talking about amaryllis hippeastrum san antonio rose, ardesia wrote. Hippeastrum vittatum amaryllis vittatum plant lust.
Both, however, are in the amaryllis family amaryllidaceae. Pdf in vitro micropropagation and alkaloids of hippeastrum vittatum. Seed grown bulbs are full bloomingl size about 2 to 3 inches across. The study of chemical constituents of hippeastrum vittatum. It has white flowers with dark rose streaks inside, and grows in southern brazil, mostly in full sun, in areas with rocky outcrops, but with buried bulbs. All structured data from the file and property namespaces is available under the creative commons cc0 license. Total rna was extracted from infected leaf tissues by a phenol method chomczynski and sacchi, 1987 and pre. Josephs lily hippeastrum x johnsonii in the amaryllis. Hippeastrum vittatum is naturally found in peru, south america growing in tropical and subtropical regions. San antonio rose traditionally blooms about 6 weeks later than my other amaryllis. When mass planted or allowed to grow into large clumps the flowers will dominate the garden area.
Post reply talking about amaryllis hippeastrum susan, critterologist wrote. In vitro micropropagation and alkaloids of hippeastrum vittatum. Hippeastrum puniceum barbados lily hippeastrum reginae. Screening for cytotoxic activity of extracts and isolated alkaloids from bulbs of hippeastrum vittatum. Hippeastrum prefer to grow in well drained compost, so mix a handful of perlite available in small bags from garden centres together with some multipurpose compost, then pour a layer of the mixture into the bottom of your container. Rittersterne gattung hippeastrum sind subtropische zwiebelpflanzen aus sudamerika. Josephs lily hippeastrum x johnsonii with 30 images, one comment, and 16 data details. They generally have large fleshy bulbs and tall broad leaves, generally evergreen, and large red or purple flowers. Hippeastrum flowers can be large and dramatic particularly as thet are borne whilst the plants are leafless. Categorized in largeflowered species, smallflowered species, doubleflowered species and multiflowered species. The record derives from wcsp which reports it as an accepted name record 278320 with original publication details. General information about hippeastrum vittatum hpsvi.
Nelson meerow unplaced names include hippeastrum ugentii, 2 considered in the kew world checklist of selected plant families as probably a crinum. Synonym iother names i amaryllis vittata amaryllis vittata lher. Most hippeastrum bulbs are tunicate a protective dry outer layer and fleshy concentric inner scales or leaf bases. Talking about amaryllis hippeastrum louise, bsharf wrote. Integrated fertilizer management correctly mirrors the prospective. One of several old amaryllis we have found preserved in the gardens of india. Media in category hippeastrum vittatumthe following 3 files are in this category, out of 3 total. The pot size needs to be approximatively 2 inches wider each side of the bulb. A very striking and attractive open trumpet faced bulbous plant. On oct 24, 2006, raydio from bessemer city, nc zone 7b wrote. Unplaced names include hippeastrum ugentii, considered in the kew world checklist of selected plant families as probably a.
Your hippeastrum can be repotted if the bulb seems to have outgrown the pot or every 2 years just before the dormant growing period nov dec. Asymptomatic hippeastrum plants were not included in the assay because viruslike particles were observed data not shown. This species is variable from white with pink stripes to red with white stripes. Debate about the true name of this plant, grown from a large sized bulb, has raged for centuries literally and the eventual winner was hippeastrum. All of the plants in plantfile are fully documented covering an overview of the plant that includes a description, natural habitat and how the plant is commonly used.
Department of agriculture agricultural research service. When coming to water, if in any doubt that the soil might be moist enough already its best not to risk it. It has short and rather broad strap shaped green leaves and a thick hollow stem that carries the large flower heads in spring and early summer. New lycosinine derivative from hippeastrum breviflorum. The bulbs are generally between 512 cm 25 in diameter and produce two to seven longlasting evergreen or deciduous leaves that are 3090 cm 1236 long and 2. Volume 15, issue 10, 17 october 2008, pages 882885. Hippeastrum vittatum hpsvioverview eppo global database. Gardeners can get inspiration on using these plants in the garden from the ways tulips are planted in cool climates.