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Brazilian copperlily

Habranthus robustus Herb.
Brazilian copperlily
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Habranthus robustus, known as the Brazilian copperlily, is a flowering bulb in the Amaryllidaceae family. It is native to Brazil, Argentina, and Uruguay, and has become naturalized in Florida, Colombia, South Africa, and Mauritius.

Description

Habranthus robustus, commonly called the Brazilian copperlily, is a herbaceous flowering bulb belonging to the Amaryllidaceae family. It is native to Brazil, Argentina, and Uruguay. The species has been introduced and naturalized in several regions, including Florida, Colombia, South Africa, and Mauritius. It was first described in 1829 by Herb.

Other common names

Brazilian copperlily

Synonyms

Atamasco taubertianaHabranthus berteroiZephyranthes taubertianaZephyranthes taubertiiZephyranthes robustaAmaryllis berteroiAmaryllis robusta

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