Status:
valid
Authors:
Hayward
Source:
wcs
Year:
1957
Citation Micro:
Pl. Life 13: 41 (1957)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000683514
Common Names
- Lycoris traubii
- Traub's Lycoris
- Traub's False Bindweed
Description
Lycoris traubii (also called Traub's 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 traubii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower for bouquets.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lycoris traubii is a large, red flower with six petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lycoris traubii is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. The plant can be divided in the spring or fall.
Where to Find Lycoris traubii
Lycoris traubii is found in South America.
Lycoris traubii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lycoris traubii?
Lycoris traubii
What is the family of Lycoris traubii?
Amaryllidaceae
What is the common name of Lycoris traubii?
Traub's Lycoris
Species in the Lycoris genus
Lycoris shaanxiensis,
Lycoris guangxiensis,
Lycoris anhuiensis,
Lycoris sanguinea,
Lycoris traubii,
Lycoris straminea,
Lycoris squamigera,
Lycoris rosea,
Lycoris radiata,
Lycoris longituba,
Lycoris josephinae,
Lycoris sprengeri,
Lycoris albiflora,
Lycoris houdyshelii,
Lycoris haywardii,
Lycoris chinensis,
Lycoris caldwellii,
Lycoris argentea,
Lycoris incarnata,
Lycoris aurea,
Lycoris chejuensis,
Lycoris flavescens,
Lycoris hunanensis,
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,