Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
chinensis
ID:
684688

Status:
valid

Authors:
Traub

Source:
wcs

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Pl. Life 14: 44 (1958)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000684021



Common Names

  • Chinensis Lycoris
  • Chinese Lycoris
  • Chinense Lycoris


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Synonyms

  • Lycoris uydoensis M.Kim [unknown]

Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Lycoris chinensis 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 chinensis 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 chinensis 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 chinensis

Lycoris chinensis can be found in the wild in China, Japan, and Korea.

Lycoris chinensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lycoris chinensis?

Lycoris chinensis

What is the common name of Lycoris chinensis?

Chinese Spider Lily

What is the family of Lycoris chinensis?

Amaryllidaceae

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,

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