Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
hawkesii
ID:
673699

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vargas) Gereau & Meerow

Source:
wcs

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Novon 3: 29 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000673031

Common Names

  • Ismene Hawkesii
  • Erica Pumila
  • Erica Punctata

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Synonyms

  • Hymenocallis hawkesii Vargas [unknown]

Description

Ismene hawkesii (also called Spider Lily, among many other common names) is a bulbous perennial native to South America. It has long, narrow, grass-like leaves and white, fragrant flowers with long, reflexed petals. It grows in moist, shady areas of tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Ismene hawkesii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover in areas where it is hard to grow grass.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ismene hawkesii is a bell-shaped, pinkish-purple flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ismene hawkesii is an evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained, acidic soil and can tolerate drought. Propagate by seed or cuttings in spring or summer.

Where to Find Ismene hawkesii

Ismene hawkesii can be found in the Canary Islands.

Ismene hawkesii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ismene hawkesii?

Ismene hawkesii

What is the common name of Ismene hawkesii?

Hawkes' spider lily

What is the natural habitat of Ismene hawkesii?

Ismene hawkesii is native to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean and is found in moist, shady areas.

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-279423: Based on the initial data import
Julio César Vargas Calderón (1903-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vargas' in the authors string.
Roy Emile Gereau (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gereau' in the authors string.
Alan W. Meerow (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meerow' in the authors string.