Hippeastrum breviflorum
Hippeastrum breviflorum, commonly known as the short-flowered amaryllis, is a captivating medicinal plant prized for its delicate blooms and therapeutic potential. Native to specific tropical regions, this species is valued in traditional herbal practices for its unique phytochemical properties, offering diverse applications in natural healing and botanical wellness.
- Scientific name: Hippeastrum breviflorum
- Family: Amaryllidaceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, known scientifically as Hippeastrum breviflorum, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is categorized under the order Asparagales and the family Amaryllidaceae. Finally, it is classified under the genus Hippeastrum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asparagales | WCVP |
| Family | Amaryllidaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Hippeastrum | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Hippeastrum breviflorum, is identified by its specific common name in Chinese as 沼泽孤挺花 (zh: 沼泽孤挺花).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 沼泽孤挺花 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant is specifically native to the region of Southern South America. Its geographical range is quite restricted, primarily focusing on the northeastern parts of Argentina. Within this specific territory, the species finds its unique ecological niche to thrive. Because of this limited distribution, it is considered an endemic element of that local landscape. Understanding this precise location is essential for the conservation of the species.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southern South America | Argentina Northeast | WCVP |
Chemicals
Hippeastrum breviflorum has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include lycorine.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| lycorine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Hippeastrum breviflorum has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Trichomonas vaginalis.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Trichomonas vaginalis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |