Hippeastrum vittatum
Superb amaryllis
Hippeastrum vittatum, commonly known as the striped amaryllis, is a striking perennial valued for its vibrant, banded blooms. Beyond its ornamental beauty, this plant holds significant traditional medicinal importance. It is frequently utilized in various cultures for its therapeutic properties, particularly in treating inflammatory conditions and supporting digestive health.
- Scientific name: Hippeastrum vittatum
- Family: Amaryllidaceae
- Native range: Pacific
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Asparagales, it is classified under the family Amaryllidaceae. Finally, it is identified by 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 vittatum, is referred to by various common names depending on the language and region. In Chinese, it is called 孤挺花 (zh, zh-cn, zh-tw), while in Swedish, it is known as Bandamaryllis (sv). Additionally, in Danish, the plant is referred to as Hvidstribet Ridderstjerne (da).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 孤挺花 | Wikidata |
| sv | Bandamaryllis | Wikidata |
| da | Hvidstribet Ridderstjerne | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 孤挺花 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 孤挺花 | Wikidata |
| ar | نرجوس موشح | Wikidata |
| zh | 花朱顶红 | Wikidata |
| zh | 朱顶兰 | Wikidata |
| zh | 绕带蒜 | Wikidata |
| zh | 百枝莲 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution spanning several distinct regions across the globe. In the Southwestern Pacific, its presence can be observed in Niue. The Caribbean region also hosts the species, specifically within the Dominican Republic, Haiti, and the Venezuelan Antilles. Additionally, its range extends to Western South America, where it is found in Bolivia. Together, these locations highlight the broad environmental adaptability of this medicinal plant.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southwestern Pacific | Niue | WCVP |
| Caribbean | Dominican Republic | WCVP |
| Caribbean | Haiti | WCVP |
| Caribbean | Venezuelan Antilles | WCVP |
| Western South America | Bolivia | WCVP |
| Western South America | Peru | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil South | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Argentina Northeast | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, known as Hippeastrum vittatum, is most frequently recognized for its striking and ornamental flowers. These blossoms are the primary feature of the plant, typically presenting as large, trumpet-shaped blooms that emerge from a bulbous base. The flowers often display vibrant patterns of red or pink stripes against a lighter background, serving not only as a visual centerpiece in gardens but also as a key identifying characteristic of the species.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flowers | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Hippeastrum vittatum has 13 reported phytochemicals identified across 13 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 2,4,6-trimethoxyacetophenone, 2,4-dihydroxy-6-methoxy-3-methylacetophenone, 2,4-dihydroxyacetophenone, 2,6-dimethoxy-4-hydroxyacetophenone, 7-hydroxyflavan.
- Total chemicals
- 13
- Scientific sources
- 13
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 2,4,6-trimethoxyacetophenone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 2,4-dihydroxy-6-methoxy-3-methylacetophenone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 2,4-dihydroxyacetophenone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 2,6-dimethoxy-4-hydroxyacetophenone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 7-hydroxyflavan | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 7-hydroxyflavanone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| O-methylismine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ismine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| isoliquiritigenin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| lycorine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |