Hymenocallis caroliniana
Scientific Name: | Hymenocallis caroliniana |
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Family: | Amaryllidaceae |
Common Name: | Spider Lily |
Authority: | Linnaeus |
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C Value: | 9 |
Wetness: | OBL |
# of Species in Genus in Illinois: | 1 |
Duration: | Perennial |
Reproduction: | Monoecious |
Flower Type: | Perfect |
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Flower Color: | White |
Growth Habit: | Forb |
Leaf Arrangement: | Basal |
Leaf Type: | Simple |
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Leaf Margin: | Entire |
Leaf Toothing: | Entire |
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Distribution: | BONAP Distribution Map |
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ID Tips: | Formerly in Iris family; leaves do not overlap, is not a true lily. Forms showy white flowers in late summer. |
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More Info: | Illinois Wildflowers Search |