Which plant is grown as an ornamental species, Notholirion or Bomarea?
Bomarea Bomarea is one of the two major genera in the plant family Alstroemeriaceae. Most occur in the Andes, but some occur well into Central America, Mexico and the West Indies. Some species are grown as ornamental plants.
Mirabilis jalapa Mirabilis jalapa, the marvel of Peru or four o'clock flower, is the most commonly grown ornamental species of "Mirabilis" plant, and is available in a range of colours. "Mirabilis" in Latin means wonderful and Jalapa is the capital of Veracruz México. "Mirabilis jalapa" was cultivated by the Aztecs for medicinal and ornamental purposes.