The flower stalks arise from basal rosettes of strap-shaped leaves. The terminal clusters of fragrant flowers are green, white or yellow, and can be large and spectacular. The genus name is derived from the Greek words ὑμήν (hymen), meaning `membrane`, and καλός (kalos), meaning `beautiful`. It refers to the curious shape of the flow...
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Hymenocallis, also known as Spider Lily, is a group of tender bulbs that are natives of tropical America, Peru, Africa and the United States. These pretty plants are suitable for growing on the edge of your water garden. H. liriosme (Water Spider Lily) is a native of the southern U.S. from Louisiana west to Texas. This plant produces long, stra...
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