Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
aurea
ID:
684813

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L'Hér.) Herb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1819

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. 47: t. 2113, p. 5 (1819)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000684146



Common Names

  • Aurea Lycoris
  • Golden Lycoris
  • Aurea Lycoris


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Synonyms

  • Lycoris lajolla Traub [unknown]
  • Lycoris africana M.Roem. [unknown]
  • Lycoris aurea angustitepala P.S.Hsu, Kurita, Z.Z.Yu & J.Z.Lin [unknown]
  • Nerine aurea Sweet [unknown]
  • Amaryllis africana Lam. [rejected]
  • Amaryllis aurea L'Hér. [unknown]
  • Amaryllis platypetala Lindl. ex Bury [unknown]
  • Lycoris aurea surgens Worsley ex Traub. & Moldenke [unknown]
  • Lycoris aurea aurea [unknown]

Description

Lycoris aurea (also called Golden Spider Lily, among many other common names) is a bulbous perennial with strap-shaped leaves and nodding yellow flowers with a yellow eye. Native to East Asia, it grows in meadows, grasslands, and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Lycoris aurea is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and landscapes. It is also known for its medicinal properties, including its ability to treat fever, headaches, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lycoris aurea is yellow and has six petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lycoris aurea is a perennial bulb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It needs regular pruning to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Lycoris aurea

Lycoris aurea can be found in the wild in China and Japan.

Lycoris aurea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lycoris aurea?

Lycoris aurea

What are the common names of Lycoris aurea?

Golden spider lily

What is the growth habit of Lycoris aurea?

Lycoris aurea is a bulbous perennial herb

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-280596: Based on the initial data import
Charles Louis L'Héritier de Brutelle (1746-1800): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L'Hér.' in the authors string.
William Herbert (1778-1847): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Herb.' in the authors string.