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Alstroemeria aurea - Graham.                
                 
Common Name Peruvian Lily
Family Amaryllidaceae
Synonyms A. aurantiaca. D.Don.
Known Hazards Some people are sensitive to this plant and skin contact with the sap can cause them to get dermatitis[65].
Habitats Moist woodland[187].
Range S. America - S. Chile
Edibility Rating  
Medicinal Rating  
Care
Fully Hardy Moist Soil Semi-shade Full sun

Summary       

Physical Characteristics       
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Alstroemeria aurea is a PERENNIAL growing to 1 m (3ft 3in) by 1 m (3ft 3in).
It is hardy to zone 7 and is not frost tender. It is in leaf 8-Feb It is in flower from Jun to July. The flowers are hermaphrodite (have both male and female organs) and are pollinated by Insects.


Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: acid, neutral and basic (alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil and can tolerate drought. The plant can tolerate maritime exposure.
Alstroemeria aurea Peruvian Lily


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Alstroemeria aurea Peruvian Lily
   
Habitats       
Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Cultivated Beds;
Edible Uses                                         
Edible Parts: Root.
Edible Uses:

Although no reports have been seen for this species, the root of many members of this genus are edible and a source of starch that is very nutritious. It is most likely that this species can be used in the same way.
Medicinal Uses
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None known
Other Uses
None known
Cultivation details                                         
Requires a fertile, moisture retentive well-drained soil and a warm situation in sun or semi-shade[200]. Another report says that it is easily grown in any soil in sun or part shade[190]. Established plants are drought tolerant[190]. Plants succeed in maritime gardens[233]. Plants have proved very tolerant of neglect on our trial grounds in Cornwall, one clump grew and thrived in rank grass for a number of years until increasing shade from trees began to reduce its vigour[K]. This is the hardiest member of the genus, tolerating temperatures down to between -10 and -15°c, especially if the roots are mulched in the winter[187]. Young plants are best given a protective mulch for their first winter or two[233]. Somewhat intolerant of root disturbance[1], the roots are fleshy and brittle[200]. The plant can be rather invasive, spreading by means of thin fleshy roots[187].
                                                                                 
Propagation                                         
Seed - best sown in individual pots in a cold frame as soon as it is ripe although seedlings can be transplanted successfully if they are moved with care whilst small. Pre-soak stored seed for 12 hrs in warm water, warm stratify for 4 weeks at 25°c and then reduce the temperature to 10°c. Excising a small bit of the seed near the embryo after the seed has been warm stratified helps to speed up the germination process[164]. Plant out about 20cm deep into their permanent positions in late summer or autumn[200]. Division in April or October with care since the plant resents root disturbance[133]. Ensure each portion has a growth bud[111]. This species is so prolific that large clumps can be dug up in late summer for re-establishment[233].
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Author                                         
Graham.
                                                                                 
Botanical References                                         
200
                                                                                 
Links / References                                         

  [K] Ken Fern Notes from observations, tasting etc at Plants For A Future and on field trips.

[1]F. Chittendon. RHS Dictionary of Plants plus Supplement. 1956
Comprehensive listing of species and how to grow them. Somewhat outdated, it has been replaces in 1992 by a new dictionary (see [200]).
[111]Sanders. T. W. Popular Hardy Perennials.
A fairly wide range of perennial plants that can be grown in Britain and how to grow them.
[133]Rice. G. (Editor) Growing from Seed. Volume 1.
Very readable magazine with lots of information on propagation.
[164]Bird. R. (Editor) Growing from Seed. Volume 4.
Very readable magazine with lots of information on propagation. A good article on Yuccas, one on Sagebrush (Artemesia spp) and another on Chaerophyllum bulbosum.
[187]Phillips. R. & Rix. M. Perennials Volumes 1 and 2.
Photographs of over 3,000 species and cultivars of ornamental plants together with brief cultivation notes, details of habitat etc.
[190]Chatto. B. The Dry Garden.
A good list of drought resistant plants with details on how to grow them.
[200]Huxley. A. The New RHS Dictionary of Gardening. 1992.
Excellent and very comprehensive, though it contains a number of silly mistakes. Readable yet also very detailed.
[233]Thomas. G. S. Perennial Garden Plants
A concise guide to a wide range of perennials. Lots of cultivation guides, very little on plant uses.

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Elizabeth H.
Jack Sat Oct 4 21:53:25 2003

Link: ? Might be of some added use to your otherwise most brilliant site. Thanks for being there!
Elizabeth H.
ak jinn Tue Apr 13 12:59:58 2004
It also grows in southern Argentina in places where temperatures usually drop to - 20 degrees celcius, in shade it can reach 3 feet, in sunny locations 1 - 2 feet, yellow or orange, big yellow spheric seeds, very prolific, seeds are released by late summer. The roots form bulbs which where eaten by the aborigines, also used to make flour. Replaces the potatoes. In patagonia, it flowers during all january, releasing seeds in late february - early march
Elizabeth H.
ukjy Tue Apr 13 13:13:47 2004
Also called amancay
Elizabeth H.
Somermoone Fri Jul 7 2006
It doesn't seem to be too picky here in Nothwestern Washinton State. It grows with or with out much water and limited sun.

davesgarden great gardening site with TONS of info!

Elizabeth H.
vamshi Thu Jan 24 2008
iam planing for plantation for it in india if u support tank u vamshi 9866935891
Elizabeth H.
MARIA Mon Mar 17 2008
HI I HAVE SEEN ON OTHER WEBSITE PICS AND INFO ABOT A PLANT CALLED INCA LILY,AMANCAY THE MAN WHO PUT THIS ON THE WEBSITE IS IN PHOENIX BUT SAYS THIS PLANT IS IN SOUTH AMERICA OR ARGENTINA. I TRYED TO FIND IT AND ORDER IT BUT CANT FIND IT ANYWERE I LOOKED EVERYWERE HE SAYS ITS IN SEEDS. CAN YOU HELP? MARIA THANK YOU
Elizabeth H.
Kevin Timney Fri Feb 27 2009

Alstroemeria Direct Information and sales of altroemeria plants

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