Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
durangoensis
ID:
667448

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.M.Howard

Source:
wcs

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Pl. Life 34: 65 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000666780



Common Names

  • Hymenocallis durangoensis
  • Durango Spiderlily
  • Durango Hymenocallis


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Description

Hymenocallis durangoensis (also called Durango Spiderlily, among many other common names) is a bulbous perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Mexico, and is found in moist and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Hymenocallis durangoensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, colds, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hymenocallis durangoensis is small and white, with four petals. The seed is a small, black, glossy seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hymenocallis durangoensis can be propagated by seed or by division. It prefers a moist, well-drained, humus-rich soil in a partially shaded position. It is best grown in a sheltered position in a woodland garden or in a container.

Where to Find Hymenocallis durangoensis

Hymenocallis durangoensis is native to Mexico and Central America. It is found in wetland habitats, such as swamps, marshes, and bogs.

Hymenocallis durangoensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hymenocallis durangoensis?

Hymenocallis durangoensis

What is the common name of Hymenocallis durangoensis?

Durangoensis Hymenocallis

What are the uses of Hymenocallis durangoensis?

Hymenocallis durangoensis is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, diarrhea, and other ailments.

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-278801: Based on the initial data import
Thaddeus Monroe Howard (b.1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.M.Howard' in the authors string.