Hymenocallis woelfleana
Care, watering, light and tips for Hymenocallis woelfleana on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Amaryllidaceae
- Difficulty: Moderate care
- Watering: every 4 days
- Light: Partial shade
- Temperature: 10–30 °C
- Toxicity: Toxic to pets
About Hymenocallis woelfleana
Hymenocallis woelfleana, commonly known as the spider lily, is a perennial bulbous plant from the Amaryllidaceae family, native to Central and South America. It is characterized by its elegant white flowers with long, slender petals resembling spider legs and a central cup-shaped corona. It is ideal for enhancing tropical gardens, pond edges, or as a focal plant in large pots.
Native range
Mexico and Central America
Care tips
It prefers bright indirect light or partial shade, though it can tolerate gentle morning direct sun. Watering should be abundant during flowering, keeping the substrate consistently moist but not waterlogged, and reduced during winter dormancy. It requires a rich, organic, and well-draining substrate. A common mistake is overwatering in winter, which can lead to bulb rot.
How to save a dying Hymenocallis woelfleana
- Warning signs
- Soft, yellowing leaves or brown tips, limp stems. Bulb may be soft or moldy.
- First aid
- Remove dead leaves. Check bulb; if soft or rotten, clean and apply fungicide. Repot in fresh, well-draining substrate.
- What kills it
- Overwatering, especially in winter. Also lack of light or very low temperatures.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if the bulb is not completely rotten. Act quickly to stop the decay.