Alstroemeria versicolor
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Basic Information
Family: Amaryllidaceae
Genus: alstroemeria
Plant ID (slug): alstroemeria-versicolor
Numeric ID: 23647
USDA Hardiness: 8-11
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Alstroemeria versicolor is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.3 m (1ft) by 1 m (3ft 3in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9 and 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.
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].
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Alstroemeria versicolor
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