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
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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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