Spider lily (Hymenocallis durangoensis)
Care, watering, light and tips for Spider lily on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Amaryllidaceae
- Difficulty: Moderate care
- Watering: every 7 days
- Light: Partial shade
- Temperature: 10–30 °C
- Toxicity: Toxic to pets
About Spider lily
Hymenocallis durangoensis, commonly known as the Durango spider lily, is a bulbous species from the Amaryllidaceae family native to Mexico. It is characterized by its elegant white flowers with long, narrow petals resembling spider legs, emerging from a central cup. This plant is ideal for tropical and subtropical gardens, pond edges, or as a focal point in large pots, adding an exotic and sophisticated touch.
Native range
Mexico, in the state of Durango.
Care tips
It prefers full sun to light partial shade and well-drained, organically rich soil. Watering should be regular during the growing and flowering season, keeping the substrate moist but not waterlogged, significantly reducing it in winter when the plant goes dormant. A common mistake is overwatering during the dormant period, which can lead to bulb rot. Protect the bulbs from frost if grown in cold areas.
How to save a dying Spider lily
- Warning signs
- Yellowish or soft leaves, wilting stems, soft or moldy bulbs.
- First aid
- Remove bulb, inspect roots, cut rotten parts, repot in dry, well-draining substrate.
- What kills it
- Overwatering and waterlogged soil, leading to bulb rot.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if rot hasn't affected the entire bulb. Act quickly.