Herbaceous perennial forming bulbs that produce 2 to 16 large, dark green, glossy lanceolate leaves. A long flower stalk is formed that can produce up to 16 flowers. These are white and star shaped with six elongated perianth segments. There are 6 yellow stamens which are fused at the centre. The fruits are large, green, spherical capsules with fleshy green seeds.
The Hymenocallis genus of spider lilies has up to 65 known species which all differ slightly as regards the degree to which the stamens are fused or the length of the sepals. They are all strikingly attractive, which is why they are grown as ornamental plants in parks and gardens.
Spider lilies have been used as underplanting in the garden because of their dense lush growth. The white flowers are also much admired by visitors to the garden.
Central America, South America, Caribbean islands
Plant from customer, 2010
The Hymenocallis genus of spider lilies has up to 65 known species which all differ slightly as regards the degree to which the stamens are fused or the length of the sepals. They are all strikingly attractive, which is why they are grown as ornamental plants in parks and gardens.
Spider lilies have been used as underplanting in the garden because of their dense lush growth. The white flowers are also much admired by visitors to the garden.
