Hymenocallis littoralis

Hymenocallis, commonly known as Spider Lily, is a graceful, bulbous perennial admired for its long, strappy foliage, delicate white blooms, and sweet fragrance. This tropical beauty thrives in warm, humid climates, making it an excellent choice for ornamental gardens, water features, and borders. Its elegant, star-shaped flowers with elongated, spidery petals add a striking architectural element to landscapes.

This moisture-loving, sun-loving plant produces large, white, highly fragrant blooms that appear primarily from spring to summer, with some species flowering into autumn. The flowers give way to decorative seed pods, further enhancing seasonal interest. The deep green, sword-like leaves remain evergreen in warm climates, providing year-round texture and beauty.

Hymenocallis thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It tolerates wet conditions, making it perfect for pond edges, rain gardens, and tropical landscapes. Once established, it requires minimal maintenance, showing high resistance to pests, diseases, and occasional dry spells.

With its clumping growth habit, Hymenocallis reaches heights of 30 cm to 1.2 meters (1-4 feet), making it ideal for borders, mass plantings, container gardens, and wetland areas. It is also widely used for pollinator-friendly gardens, attracting bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects.