Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
woelfleana
ID:
668715

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.M.Howard

Source:
wcs

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Pl. Life 34: 66 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000668047



Common Names

  • Hymenocallis woelfleana
  • Woelfleana Tree
  • Hymenocallis Tree


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Description

Hymenocallis woelfleana (also called Woelfleana Spider Lily, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with white flowers and glossy green leaves. It is native to the Himalayas and is found in moist forests, scrub, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Hymenocallis woelfleana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has attractive foliage and produces white flowers in spring. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hymenocallis woelfleana has white flowers with six petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, with two small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hymenocallis woelfleana is a perennial bulb that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated from seed or offsets. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, light soil. Offsets should be planted in a light, sandy soil. The plants should be kept moist and in a shady location until they are established.

Where to Find Hymenocallis woelfleana

Hymenocallis woelfleana can be found in the southeastern United States, primarily in Florida and Georgia.

Hymenocallis woelfleana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hymenocallis woelfleana?

Hymenocallis woelfleana

What is the common name of Hymenocallis woelfleana?

Woelfle's Spiderlily

What is the natural habitat of Hymenocallis woelfleana?

Mesic woods and thickets

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-278929: Based on the initial data import
Thaddeus Monroe Howard (b.1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.M.Howard' in the authors string.