Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
phalangidis
ID:
668269

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bauml in McVaugh

Source:
wcs

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Fl. Novo-Galiciana 15: 216 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000667601



Common Names

  • Hymenocallis phalangidis
  • Phalangid Hymenocallis
  • Phalangid Spider Lily


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Description

Hymenocallis phalangidis (also called the spider lily, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Amaryllidaceae. It is a perennial herb, growing up to 1 m tall. It is native to the Caribbean, occurring in Cuba, Jamaica and the Bahamas, and inhabits moist forests and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Hymenocallis phalangidis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hymenocallis phalangidis has small white flowers with six petals and a yellow centre. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hymenocallis phalangidis is a bulbous perennial that can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). It is also frost tolerant.

Where to Find Hymenocallis phalangidis

Hymenocallis phalangidis can be found in tropical rainforests of New Guinea and Australia.

Hymenocallis phalangidis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hymenocallis phalangidis?

Hymenocallis phalangidis

What is the family of Hymenocallis phalangidis?

Liliaceae

What is the distribution of Hymenocallis phalangidis?

Endemic to New Caledonia

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-278884: Based on the initial data import
Rogers McVaugh (1909-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'McVaugh' in the authors string.
James Anthony Bauml (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bauml' in the authors string.