Amazon lily (Urceolina amazonica)
Care, watering, light and tips for Amazon lily on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Amaryllidaceae
- Difficulty: Demanding
- Watering: every 7 days
- Light: Partial shade
- Temperature: 10–30 °C
- Toxicity: Toxic to pets
About Amazon lily
Urceolina amazonica, commonly known as the Amazon lily, is a perennial bulbous plant from the Amaryllidaceae family, cherished for its elegant, pendulous, urn-shaped white flowers. Its flower stalks emerge from glossy, lance-shaped green foliage, creating an exquisite contrast. It is ideal for adding a tropical and sophisticated touch to well-lit interiors or mild-climate gardens.
Native range
Southwestern Amazon basin, in Peru and western Brazil.
Care tips
It requires bright, indirect light; avoid direct sun exposure which can scorch its leaves. Keep the soil moist during active growth (spring-summer), but drastically reduce watering in winter to allow for a dormancy period. Use a well-draining substrate rich in organic matter. A common mistake is overwatering during the dormancy period, which can lead to bulb rot.
How to save a dying Amazon lily
- Warning signs
- Yellowish or soft leaves, stem base rot, no flowering or quick wilting.
- First aid
- Remove from pot, inspect roots. Cut rotten roots, repot in dry, well-draining substrate. Drastically reduce watering.
- What kills it
- Overwatering, especially in winter, causes bulb rot. Lack of humidity or insufficient light also weakens it.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if rot hasn't severely affected the bulb. Quick action is key.