Crinum

Spider Lily, Swamp Lily, Crinum Lily, River Lily

Colour

White, pink, red, and variegated

Varieties

Message of the Flower

Disinterested Work Done for the Divine

The Mother’s Comment

The surest way to progress.

Colour

White, reddish-purple

Message of the Flower

Disinterested Work Done for the Divine in the Vital

The Mother’s Comment

Calm and powerful, it reaches its goal.

Colour

White, reddish-purple

Message of the Flower

Joy of Integral Peace

The Mother’s Comment

Calm and tranquil, an unfailing smile.

Colour

White, green, light pink

Family

Amaryllidaceae

Cultivars

Numerous, including 'Queen Emma', 'Ellen Bosanquet', 'Milk and Wine'

Person who named the flower

Carl Linnaeus

Flower Size

Large, often 2-5 inches in diameter

Flower Texture

Smooth, sometimes slightly waxy

Number of Petals

Six

Floral Symmetry

Radially symmetrical

Fragrance of Flower

Many species are fragrant, especially at night

Leaf Texture

Smooth, can be leathery

Leaf Arrangement

Basal rosette

Leaf Color

Green, varies from light to dark

Structural Variation (Shrub or Tree)

Herbaceous perennials with bulbous base

Life Cycle

Perennial

Blooming Period

Summer to autumn, varies by species

Climate

Tropical to subtropical, some temperate species

Water Requirements

Moderate to high, some species prefer moist conditions

Soil Type

Well-drained, fertile soil; tolerates a range of soil types

Temperature Ranges

Varies; some species tolerate mild frost, others require warm temperatures

Sun or Shade

Prefers full sun to partial shade

Susceptibility to Insects and Diseases

Can be susceptible to mealybugs, spider mites, and bulb rot

Pollinators

Attracts bees, butterflies, and moths

Habitat

Wetlands, riverbanks, and well-watered gardens; varies widely with species

Role in the Ecosystem

Provides nectar for pollinators; ornamental value

Ornamental

Highly valued for landscaping and as specimen plants

Uses in Other Aspects of Life

Primarily ornamental

Endangered Status

Some species are threatened or endangered due to habitat loss

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