Hymenocallis proterantha - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
proterantha
ID:
668324
Status:
valid
Authors:
Bauml in McVaugh
Source:
wcs
Year:
1989
Citation Micro:
Fl. Novo-Galiciana 15: 216 (1989)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000667656
Common Names
- Hymenocallis
- Spider Lily
- White Spider Lily
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Hymenocallis proterantha (also called Proterantha Spider Lily, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Amaryllidaceae. It is native to Mexico and can be found in tropical and subtropical habitats. It is a small bulbous plant with glossy green leaves and white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Hymenocallis proterantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat kidney and bladder ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hymenocallis proterantha 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hymenocallis proterantha is best cultivated in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by seed or by division of the bulbs.
Where to Find Hymenocallis proterantha
Hymenocallis proterantha is native to tropical rainforests in Queensland, Australia. It can be found in the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area.
Hymenocallis proterantha FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hymenocallis proterantha?
Hymenocallis proterantha
What is the natural habitat of Hymenocallis proterantha?
Hymenocallis proterantha is found in tropical rainforests in Australia.
What are the characteristics of Hymenocallis proterantha?
Hymenocallis proterantha is a small to medium-sized tree, growing up to 15 m tall. It has glossy, dark green leaves and white or pink flowers.
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-278889: 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.