Haemanthus
Haemanthus
Haemanthus (/hiːˈmænθəs/; from the Greek αἷμα (haima) "blood" and ἄνθος (anthos) "flower") is a genus of plants in the family Amaryllidaceae. It is native to southern Africa, including South Africa, Namibia, and Botswana.
Etymology
The name Haemanthus is derived from the Greek words 'haima' meaning 'blood' and 'anthos' meaning 'flower'. This is in reference to the bright red color of the flowers of many species in this genus.
Description
Haemanthus species are bulbous perennials with a height of 30 cm to 60 cm. The leaves are broad and often hairy. The flowers are borne in an umbel at the top of a leafless stem and are typically red, pink, or white. The fruit is a fleshy berry.
Species
There are about 22 species in the genus Haemanthus, including Haemanthus albiflos, Haemanthus coccineus, and Haemanthus deformis.
Cultivation
Haemanthus species are often grown as ornamental plants for their attractive flowers and foliage. They prefer a sunny position and well-drained soil.
Related Terms
- Amaryllidaceae: The family to which Haemanthus belongs.
- Bulb: A type of plant storage organ from which Haemanthus grows.
- Perennial: A term describing plants like Haemanthus that live for more than two years.
- Umbel: The type of flower arrangement found in Haemanthus.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Haemanthus
- Wikipedia's article - Haemanthus
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