Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
flavescens
ID:
771522

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.Kim & S.Lee

Source:
wcs

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Korean J. Pl. Taxon. 21(2): 127 (1991), with two types cited.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000770855



Common Names

  • Flavescens Lycoris
  • Flavescens Lily
  • Flavescens Alstroemeria


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Description

Lycoris flavescens (also called 'Yellow Lycoris' or 'Yellow Spider Lily', among many other common names) is a bulbous plant with yellow flowers and long, narrow leaves. It is native to East Asia and is found in dry, grassy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Lycoris flavescens is an ornamental plant, often used in flower beds and borders. The flowers are also used in cut flower arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lycoris flavescens has yellow flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two or three short, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lycoris flavescens is a bulbous perennial plant native to East Asia. It can be propagated by dividing the bulbs in the spring or autumn. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Lycoris flavescens

Lycoris flavescens is native to East Asia. It can be found in nurseries and online retailers that specialize in East Asian plants.

Lycoris flavescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lycoris flavescens?

Lycoris flavescens

What is the common name of Lycoris flavescens?

Yellow Spider Lily

What type of plant is Lycoris flavescens?

Bulb

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-309555: Based on the initial data import
Sangtae Lee (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Lee' in the authors string.
Muyeol Kim: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Kim' in the authors string.