Peruvian daffodil (Hymenocallis harrisiana)
Care, watering, light and tips for Peruvian daffodil 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 Peruvian daffodil
Hymenocallis harrisiana, commonly known as dwarf spider lily, is a perennial bulbous plant belonging to the Amaryllidaceae family. It produces elegant white flowers with long, narrow petals resembling spider legs, emerging from a slender flower stalk. It's ideal for pots on patios or as part of a rock garden, where its delicate bloom can be appreciated up close.
Native range
Mexico
Care tips
It prefers a location with full sun or partial shade, protected from the most intense midday sun. Watering should be moderate during growth and flowering, allowing the substrate to dry out slightly between waterings, and reduced during the dormancy period. It requires well-drained soil rich in organic matter. Avoid overwatering, as the bulbs are prone to rot.
How to save a dying Peruvian daffodil
- Warning signs
- Soft, yellow, wilting leaves, soft bulb (overwatering); dry, curled leaves, brown tips (underwatering/low humidity).
- First aid
- If soft, unpot, remove rotten parts, let dry 1-2 days before repotting. If dry, water gradually.
- What kills it
- Constant waterlogging quickly rots the bulb. Avoid overwatering and poor drainage.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if the bulb is not completely rotted. Act quickly at the first signs of rot.