Status:
valid
Authors:
Herb.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1837
Citation Micro:
Amaryllidaceae : 222 (1837)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000673116
Common Names
- Ismene pedunculata
- Pedunculate Spider Lily
- Pedunculate Ismene
Synonyms
- Hymenocallis macleana G.Nicholson [unknown]
- Hymenocallis pedunculata (Herb.) J.F.Macbr. [unknown]
- Hymenocallis virescens G.Nicholson [unknown]
- Ismene macleana Herb. ex Hook. [unknown]
- Ismene virescens Lindl. [unknown]
- Pancratium macleanum Steud. [unknown]
- Ismene macleana Herb. [unknown]
Description
Ismene pedunculata (also called Spider Lily, among many other common names) is a bulbous perennial native to tropical regions of the Americas. It has long, narrow leaves and white or pink flowers. It is found in moist, shady areas and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Ismene pedunculata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in floral arrangements. It is also used to make herbal teas and has been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ismene pedunculata has white flowers with a yellow center, and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small and have a reddish-brown color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ismene pedunculata is a bulbous perennial that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It prefers a well-drained, sandy soil in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by seed or division.
Where to Find Ismene pedunculata
Ismene pedunculata is native to the Canary Islands.
Ismene pedunculata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ismene pedunculata?
Ismene pedunculata
What is the common name of Ismene pedunculata?
Pedunculate ismene
What is the natural habitat of Ismene pedunculata?
Ismene pedunculata is native to parts of South America, including Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.
Species in the Ismene genus
Ismene amancaes,
Ismene deflexa,
Ismene hawkesii,
Ismene longipetala,
Ismene morrisonii,
Ismene narcissiflora,
Ismene nutans,
Ismene pedunculata,
Ismene ringens,
Ismene sublimis,
Ismene vargasii,
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,