Crinum
A fine specimen plant, crinum lilies also make excellent underplantings for palms or other coarsely textured landscape plants. They are well-suited to hot, dry locations, and grow from what are among the largest true bulbs, some weighing over 40-pounds.
Publications
Crinum americanum String Lily, Swamp Lily, Seven Sisters
FP154/FPS154 by Edward F. Gilman, Ryan W. Klein, and Gail HansenOctober 10, 2023This document provides a detailed overview of the swamp lily (Crinum americanum), a herbaceous perennial native to the southeastern United States. It describes the plant’s physical characteristics, including its glossy green leaves, fragrant white or pink-striped flowers, and lobed seed capsules. The swamp lily thrives in various soil types and conditions, from full sun to partial shade, and is moderately tolerant of salt spray. It is noted for its ornamental value, pest resistance, and potential uses in landscaping. The document also highlights the plant’s non-invasive nature and its ability to spread quickly, making it suitable for mass planting and as an accent in gardens. Original publication date October 1999.
Crinum spp.Crinum Lily
FP155/FPS155 by Edward F. Gilman, Ryan W. Klein, and Gail HansenOctober 10, 2023This document provides a comprehensive overview of the Crinum lily (Crinum spp.), a large, coarse-textured plant known for its broad, light green leaves and fragrant, spidery flowers. It details the plant’s characteristics, including its height, spread, growth rate, and leaf arrangement. The document also covers the Crinum lily’s planting requirements, such as soil tolerance, light needs, and drought tolerance. Additionally, it highlights the plant’s ornamental features, pest resistance, and suitability for various landscaping uses. The Crinum lily’s ability to thrive in hot, dry locations and its moderate salt tolerance are also discussed. Original publication date October 1999.
Crinum x amabile Giant Spider Lily
FP156/FPS156 by Edward F. Gilman, Ryan W. Klein, and Gail HansenOctober 10, 2023This document provides a detailed description of the giant spider lily (Crinum x amabile), a herbaceous perennial known for its striking red and pink fragrant flowers. It covers the plant’s physical characteristics, including its height, spread, and leaf arrangement, as well as its growth requirements and hardiness zones. The giant spider lily is noted for its moderate drought tolerance, preference for full sun to partial shade, and ability to thrive in various soil types. The document also highlights its uses in landscaping, such as mass planting and specimen accent, and mentions its moderate salt tolerance and susceptibility to leaf spot disease. Original publication date October 1999.
Related IFAS Blog Posts
It’s Crinum Season Here in Jacksonville – Abundance Abounds Despite Endless Rain!
Duval MGVJune 23rd, 2023There is no better month for pink flowers than June and no better flower than crinums for a vigorous, rich explosion of bright, blowsy, fuscia PINK! Many of our Duval County Master Gardeners are grew up around long stretches of crinums in childhood gardens. Those experts divide and share generously and the magnificent displays continue. Even at gas stations, along side-roads and in front yards, back yards, demonstration gardens, it's thrilling.
Bulbs for the Florida Home Landscape
Leslie Nicole MunroeJune 1st, 2020Written by Leslie Munroe and Yvonne Florian If you wish to brighten up a shady spot in your landscape, why not try planting some bulbs? But not tulips, daffodils, or crocuses. Those are the bulbs for northern climates and would just end up enriching the soil by decomposing in the ground here. For growing successful […]
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