Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
henryae
ID:
667710

Status:
valid

Authors:
Traub

Source:
wcs

Year:
1962

Citation Micro:
Pl. Life 18: 71 (1962)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000667042



Common Names

  • Hymenocallis henryae
  • Henry's Spiderlily
  • Henry's Spider Lily


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Description

Hymenocallis henryae (also called Henry's Spiderlily, among many other common names) is a bulbous perennial plant, usually reaching a height of about 1 m. It is native to the Caribbean, Central and South America, and is found in moist, lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

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

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Hymenocallis henryae var. henryae

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hymenocallis henryae is white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are slender and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hymenocallis henryae 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 henryae

Hymenocallis henryae can be found in the United States.

Hymenocallis henryae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hymenocallis henryae?

Hymenocallis henryae

What is the common name of Hymenocallis henryae?

Henry's Spiderlily

What is the natural habitat of Hymenocallis henryae?

It is found in wet areas of the southeastern United States

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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