Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
cordifolia
ID:
667344

Status:
valid

Authors:
Micheli

Source:
wcs

Year:
1899

Citation Micro:
Rev. Hort. (Paris) 71: 444 (1899)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000666676



Common Names

  • Heart-leaved Spiderlily
  • Hymenocallis Cordifolia
  • Heart-leaved Spider-lily


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Description

Hymenocallis cordifolia (also called heart-leaf spider lily, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with long, narrow leaves and white flowers. It is native to Mexico and is found in moist, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Hymenocallis cordifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hymenocallis cordifolia has white, star-shaped flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Hymenocallis cordifolia: This plant is propagated by seed, cuttings, or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Divisions should be taken from healthy plants and replanted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Hymenocallis cordifolia

Hymenocallis cordifolia is native to the southeastern United States. It is found in wetland habitats, such as swamps, marshes, and bogs.

Hymenocallis cordifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hymenocallis cordifolia?

Hymenocallis cordifolia

What is the common name of Hymenocallis cordifolia?

Cordifolia Spiderlily

What is the natural habitat of Hymenocallis cordifolia?

Tropical and subtropical moist forests

Species in the Hymenocallis genus

Hymenocallis acutifolia, Hymenocallis araniflora, Hymenocallis arenicola, Hymenocallis astrostephana, Hymenocallis azteciana, Hymenocallis baumlii, Hymenocallis bolivariana, Hymenocallis caribaea, Hymenocallis choctawensis, Hymenocallis choretis, Hymenocallis cleo, Hymenocallis clivorum, Hymenocallis concinna, Hymenocallis cordifolia, Hymenocallis coronaria, Hymenocallis crassifolia, Hymenocallis durangoensis, Hymenocallis duvalensis, Hymenocallis eucharidifolia, Hymenocallis fragrans, Hymenocallis franklinensis, Hymenocallis glauca, Hymenocallis godfreyi, Hymenocallis graminifolia, Hymenocallis guatemalensis, Hymenocallis harrisiana, Hymenocallis henryae, Hymenocallis howardii, Hymenocallis imperialis, Hymenocallis incaica, Hymenocallis jaliscensis, Hymenocallis latifolia, Hymenocallis leavenworthii, Hymenocallis limaensis, Hymenocallis liriosme, Hymenocallis littoralis, Hymenocallis lobata, Hymenocallis longibracteata, Hymenocallis maximiliani, Hymenocallis multiflora, Hymenocallis occidentalis, Hymenocallis ornata, Hymenocallis ovata, Hymenocallis palmeri, Hymenocallis partita, Hymenocallis phalangidis, Hymenocallis pimana, Hymenocallis portamonetensis, Hymenocallis praticola, Hymenocallis proterantha,

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-278791: Based on the initial data import
Marc Micheli (1844-1902): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Micheli' in the authors string.