Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
harrisiana
ID:
667678

Status:
valid

Authors:
Herb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Edwards's Bot. Reg. 26(Misc.): 35 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000667010



Common Names

  • Harris' Hymenocallis
  • Harris' False Foxglove
  • Harris' False Foxglove-Hymenocallis


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Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Hymenocallis harrisiana is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, skin diseases, and rheumatism. It is also used as an insect repellent and to treat snakebites.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hymenocallis harrisiana has white, star-shaped flowers with six petals and yellowish-green sepals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hymenocallis harrisiana is a perennial bulb that can be propagated from seed or offsets. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-draining potting mix in the spring or summer. Offsets can be divided in the spring or summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Hymenocallis harrisiana

Hymenocallis harrisiana can be found in the United States.

Hymenocallis harrisiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hymenocallis harrisiana?

Hymenocallis harrisiana

What is the family of Hymenocallis harrisiana?

Amaryllidaceae

What is the common name of Hymenocallis harrisiana?

Harris' Spiderlily

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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