Family: Amaryllidaceae (am-uh-ril-id-AY-see-ee) (Info) Genus: Crinum (KRY-num) (Info) Species: x amabile
20 members have or want this plant for trade.
Category: Bulbs Perennials Ponds and Aquatics
Height: 18-24 in. (45-60 cm) 24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Spacing: 24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Hardiness: USDA Zone 8a: to -12.2 °C (10 °F) USDA Zone 8b: to -9.4 °C (15 °F) USDA Zone 9a: to -6.6 °C (20 °F) USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F) USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F) USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F) USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)
Sun Exposure: Sun to Partial Shade Light Shade
Danger: Parts of plant are poisonous if ingested
Bloom Color: Red Purple White/Near White
Bloom Time: Late Spring/Early Summer Mid Summer
Foliage: Blue-Green Shiny/Glossy-Textured
Other details: Very high moisture needs; suitable for bogs and water gardens
Soil pH requirements: 6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Patent Information: Non-patented
Propagation Methods: By dividing rhizomes, tubers, corms or bulbs (including offsets)
Seed Collecting: Seed does not store well; sow as soon as possible
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