Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
longibracteata
ID:
667927

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hochr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Bull. New York Bot. Gard. 6: 265 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000667259



Common Names

  • Hymenocallis longibracteata
  • Longibracteata Spiderlily
  • Longibracteata Spider Lily


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Description

Hymenocallis longibracteata (also called Spider Lily, among many other common names) is a bulbous perennial plant native to Mexico. It has long, narrow leaves and produces white flowers with long, narrow petals. It is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Hymenocallis longibracteata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Hymenocallis longibracteata flower is white with yellow centers, and the seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with bright green, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hymenocallis longibracteata is a hardy, evergreen perennial that is native to the southeastern United States. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed, but it is slow to germinate and can take up to a year. It can also be propagated by division of the rootball or by taking cuttings from the stems.

Where to Find Hymenocallis longibracteata

Hymenocallis longibracteata can be found in the southeastern United States.

Hymenocallis longibracteata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hymenocallis longibracteata?

Hymenocallis longibracteata

What is the common name of Hymenocallis longibracteata?

Long-bracted Spider Lily

What is the habitat of Hymenocallis longibracteata?

It is found in moist to wet woods, swamps, and meadows.

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,