Alstroemeria revoluta

Physical Characteristics

Alstroemeria revoluta is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.6 m (2ft). It is not frost tender. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil. The plant can tolerate maritime exposure.

Distribution

S. America - Chile.

Habitats

Cultivated Beds;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Root Edible Uses: Root - cooked[61]. A source of starch, it is very nutritious[2, 46, 105, 177].

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

Some people are sensitive to this plant and skin contact with the sap can cause them to get dermatitis[65].