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lily-of-the-Nile

Agapanthus africanus

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in grasslands, wetlands, forests, and cultivated landscapes.

Widely distributed across Africa (Seychelles), Asia (India, Taiwan), North America (Jamaica), and South America (Brazil, Peru).

🇸🇨 Seychelles 🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇮🇳 India 🇯🇲 Jamaica 🇵🇪 Peru 🇧🇷 Brazil

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Plantae (植物)
Phylum
Magnoliophyta (木兰植物门)
Class
Liliopsida (百合纲)
Order
Asparagales (天门冬目)
Family
Amaryllidaceae
Genus
Agapanthus
Species
Agapanthus africanus (lily-of-the-Nile)

Names in Other Languages

Portuguese agapanto

Similar Species in Agapanthus

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African-lily
Agapanthus praecox
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of lily-of-the-Nile?
The scientific name of lily-of-the-Nile is Agapanthus africanus. It belongs to the genus Agapanthus.
Where does lily-of-the-Nile live?
lily-of-the-Nile is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Seychelles), Asia (India, Taiwan), North America (Jamaica), and South America (Brazil, Peru).. Countries include Brazil, India, Jamaica, Peru, Seychelles, Taiwan.
What family does lily-of-the-Nile belong to?
lily-of-the-Nile (Agapanthus africanus) belongs to the genus Agapanthus, which is part of the taxonomic family Amaryllidaceae.
What kingdom does lily-of-the-Nile belong to?
lily-of-the-Nile (Agapanthus africanus) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (植物).
What are the closest relatives of lily-of-the-Nile?
The closest relatives of lily-of-the-Nile in the genus Agapanthus include African-lily.

Native Range — 6 Countries

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Genus Agapanthus — 2 Species

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African-lily
Agapanthus praecox
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lily-of-the-Nile
Agapanthus africanus
NE
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