Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
praticola
ID:
668302

Status:
valid

Authors:
Britton & P.Wilson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1920

Citation Micro:
Mem. Torrey Bot. Club xvi. 60 (1920).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000667634



Common Names

  • Hymenocallis praticola
  • Praticola Hymenocallis
  • Hymenocallis


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Description

Hymenocallis praticola (also called Spider Lily, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Amaryllidaceae family. It is native to the Caribbean, Mexico, and Central and South America, and is found in wet meadows, marshes, and other wet habitats. It is a perennial herb, growing up to 1 m tall, with white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Hymenocallis praticola is used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, including fever, coughs, and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hymenocallis praticola has white, funnel-shaped flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hymenocallis praticola can be propagated by seed or bulb division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and lightly covered. Bulbs should be divided in spring or early summer and replanted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. The soil should be kept moist but not wet. The plant should be kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Hymenocallis praticola

Hymenocallis praticola is found in tropical rainforests in Mexico and Central America.

Hymenocallis praticola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hymenocallis praticola?

Hymenocallis praticola

What is the common name of Hymenocallis praticola?

Praticola Hymenocallis

What is the natural habitat of Hymenocallis praticola?

Hymenocallis praticola is found in tropical rainforests in Central and South America.

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-278887: Based on the initial data import
Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Percy Wilson (1879-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Wilson' in the authors string.