Hymenocallis franklinensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
franklinensis
ID:
667558
Status:
valid
Authors:
G.Lom.Sm., L.C.Anderson & Flory
Source:
wcs
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Novon 11(2): 235. 2001
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000666890
Common Names
- Franklin's Hymenocallis
- Franklin's False Foxglove
- Franklin's False Foxglove-Hymenocallis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hymenocallis franklinensis (also called Franklin Spider-lily, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the southeastern United States. It is found in wet meadows, wet prairies, and wet savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Hymenocallis franklinensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a beautiful white flower with yellow stamens and is often used as a cut flower.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Hymenocallis franklinensis are white and fragrant. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and have a long taproot.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hymenocallis franklinensis is a bulbous perennial that grows up to 1 m in height. It can be propagated from seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in the spring or fall and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the divisions moist until they have established.
Where to Find Hymenocallis franklinensis
Hymenocallis franklinensis is native to the southeastern United States and can be found in Florida, Georgia, and Alabama.
Hymenocallis franklinensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hymenocallis franklinensis?
Hymenocallis franklinensis
What is the common name of Hymenocallis franklinensis?
Franklin's Spider Lily
What is the natural habitat of Hymenocallis franklinensis?
Tropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines
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-278811: Based on the initial data import
Loran Crittenden Anderson (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.C.Anderson' in the authors string.
Gerald Lomax Smith (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Lom.Sm.' in the authors string.
Walter Samuel Flory (1907-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Flory' in the authors string.