Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
radiata
ID:
684240

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L'Hér.) Herb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1819

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000683573



Common Names

  • Lycoris radiata
  • Radiata Lycoris
  • Radiata


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Synonyms

  • Lycoris terracianii Hort.Dammann. [unknown]
  • Lycoris radiata kazukoana N.Yonez. [unknown]
  • Lycoris radiata bicolor N.Yonez. [unknown]
  • Nerine japonica Miq. [unknown]
  • Nerine radiata Sweet [unknown]
  • Orexis radiata Salisb. [unknown]
  • Amaryllis radiata L'Hér. [unknown]
  • Lycoris radiata pumila Grey [unknown]
  • Lycoris radiata terraccianii Dammann [unknown]
  • Lycoris radiata radiata [unknown]

Description

Lycoris radiata (also called Red Spider Lily, among many other common names) is a bulbous perennial plant native to China and Japan. It has long, strap-like leaves and a single stem with a few branches. The flowers are usually red or pink and have six petals. It grows in moist meadows, woodland edges, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Lycoris radiata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever and reduce inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lycoris radiata is yellow, with six petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lycoris radiata is a perennial plant that is grown from bulbs. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division in the spring or by seed in the fall. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Lycoris radiata

Lycoris radiata can be found in parts of East Asia, including China, Japan, and Korea.

Lycoris radiata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lycoris radiata?

Lycoris radiata

What is the family of Lycoris radiata?

Amaryllidaceae

What is the habitat of Lycoris radiata?

Grasslands and meadows

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-280540: 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.