Hymenocallis harrisiana

Hymenocallis harrisiana is a very spider-like species with white flowers with small coronas and narrow petals.

Hymenocallis harrisiana, also known as Ismene harrisiana, is a very spider-like species with white flowers consisting of a small corona with long, thin filaments holding orange stamens, and long, narrow, arching petals. The flowers of Peruvian daffodil or spider lily are fragrant and are borne on stems 1-2 feet tall above the Amaryllis-like foliage. Grow in a protected location outdoors in zone 8 or as a pot plant brought in as a houseplant in winter.

Common Name:  Peruvian Daffodil - [Summer B&B Pre-Order]

Family:  Amaryllidaceae (The Amaryllis Family)

Zone Hardiness:  8-10

Light:  Full Sun, Part Sun, Part Shade

Height:  2-4'

Width:  12-24"

Primary Bloom Colour:  White/Cream

Secondary Bloom Colour:  Orange

Bloom Time:  Summer

Foliage Colour:  Green

Class:  Evergreen

Type:  Perennial

Soil Moisture:  Moist, Average

Stem Colour:  

Fragrance:  Yes

Berries:  

Benefits:  Butterflies, Bees

Deer Resistant:  Unknown

BC Native:  No

Native Habitat:  

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Geographical Origin:  Central and South America