Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
guatemalensis
ID:
667623

Status:
valid

Authors:
Traub

Source:
wcs

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Pl. Life 23: 67 (1967)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000666955



Common Names

  • Hymenocallis guatemalensis
  • Guatemalan Spiderlily
  • Guatemalan Hymenocallis


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Description

Hymenocallis guatemalensis (also called Guatemalan Spider Lily, among many other common names) is a bulbous perennial with white flowers and yellow anthers. It is native to Guatemala and is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Hymenocallis guatemalensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscaping. It is also used to control erosion and to provide shade.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hymenocallis guatemalensis is white and has six petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hymenocallis guatemalensis is a fast-growing, evergreen perennial that can reach up to 1m in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through division of the clumps in spring or summer. Divide the clumps into smaller pieces and replant them in a new location. Water the new plants regularly and keep the soil moist.

Where to Find Hymenocallis guatemalensis

Hymenocallis guatemalensis is native to Mexico and Guatemala.

Hymenocallis guatemalensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hymenocallis guatemalensis?

Hymenocallis guatemalensis

What is the family of Hymenocallis guatemalensis?

Amaryllidaceae

What is the common name of Hymenocallis guatemalensis?

Guatemalensis

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,

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