2.21
Apparent Mag573
Distance (ly)K4Ib-II
Spectral Type3,900
Temperature (K)Alsuhail is an alternate name for Suhail (Lambda Velorum), an orange supergiant in Vela.
Stellar Data
Apparent Magnitude2.21
Absolute Magnitude-3.99
Distance573 light-years
Spectral TypeK4Ib-II
Temperature3,900 K
Luminosity11,000 L☉
Radius207 R☉
Mass9.2 M☉
Right Ascension09h 07m 59.8s
Declination-43° 25′ 57.3″
ConstellationVela
Notable Facts
- Alsuhail is an alternate name for Lambda Velorum
- It is one of the brightest stars in Vela
- The star was part of the ancient constellation Argo Navis