Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
latifolium
ID:
765229

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 291 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000764562



Common Names

  • Crinum Latifolium
  • Latifolium Crinum
  • Crinum's Latifolium


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Description

Crinum latifolium (also called 'Broad-Leaved Crinum', among many other common names) is a bulbous perennial native to tropical Africa. It has long, linear leaves and a single, erect, terminal inflorescence with up to 20 white flowers. It grows in moist, shady forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Crinum latifolium is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and landscapes. It has fragrant white flowers and is drought tolerant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crinum latifolium has white, fragrant flowers with six petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are long and thin with a single, long, pointed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crinum latifolium is a bulbous perennial plant native to tropical Africa. It is a hardy plant that can be grown in a variety of soils and climates. It prefers a well-draining soil and a sunny location. Propagation is done by division of the bulbs. The divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil and kept moist until established.

Where to Find Crinum latifolium

Crinum latifolium can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Crinum latifolium FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Crinum latifolium?

Crinum latifolium prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C)

What kind of soil is best for Crinum latifolium?

Crinum latifolium prefers a well-draining soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0.

What kind of light does Crinum latifolium need?

Crinum latifolium prefers bright, indirect light.

Species in the Crinum genus

Crinum giessii, Crinum verdoorniae, Crinum abyssinicum, Crinum acaule, Crinum album, Crinum amazonicum, Crinum americanum, Crinum amoenum, Crinum arenarium, Crinum asiaticum, Crinum bakeri, Crinum balfourii, Crinum bambusetum, Crinum belleymei, Crinum biflorum, Crinum brachynema, Crinum braunii, Crinum brevilobatum, Crinum bulbispermum, Crinum buphanoides, Crinum calamistratum, Crinum campanulatum, Crinum carolo-schmidtii, Crinum crassicaule, Crinum darienense, Crinum erubescens, Crinum erythrophyllum, Crinum filifolium, Crinum fimbriatulum, Crinum firmifolium, Crinum flaccidum, Crinum forgetii, Crinum gigas, Crinum glaucum, Crinum gracile, Crinum graciliflorum, Crinum graminicola, Crinum harmsii, Crinum hildebrandtii, Crinum humile, Crinum jagus, Crinum kirkii, Crinum kunthianum, Crinum latifolium, Crinum lineare, Crinum longitubum, Crinum lorifolium, Crinum lugardiae, Crinum macowanii, Crinum majakallense,

Species in the Amaryllidaceae family

Acis autumnalis, Acis longifolia, Acis rosea, Acis trichophylla, Acis fabrei, Acis nicaeensis, Acis tingitana, Acis trichophylla, Acis valentina, Acis ionica, Agapanthus africanus, Agapanthus campanulatus, Agapanthus caulescens, Agapanthus coddii, Agapanthus inapertus, Agapanthus praecox, Agapanthus walshii, Allium aaseae, Allium abramsii, Allium acidoides, Allium aciphyllum, Allium acuminatum, Allium acutiflorum, Allium aegilicum, Allium affine, Allium afghanicum, Allium aflatunense, Allium agrigentinum, Allium akaka, Allium alabasicum, Allium alaicum, Allium albiflorum, Allium albotunicatum, Allium albovianum, Allium alexandrae, Allium alexeianum, Allium alibile, Allium alpinarii, Allium altaicum, Allium altissimum, Allium altyncolicum, Allium amethystinum, Allium ampeloprasum, Allium amphibolum, Allium amplectens, Allium anacoleum, Allium anatolicum, Allium anceps, Allium angulosum, Allium anisopodium,

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