Botanical Name: Hymenocallis narcissiflora
Common Name: Peruvian daffodil, Basket flower
Type of Plant: monocot: perennial
 
Habit of Growth:
Overall Shape Large, clumping perennial with strap-like leaves up to 2 ft. or more; forms a large arching mass with spider-like flowers held above foliage
Height to 3'
Spread 4' or more
Growth Rate moderate
 
Environment:
Exposure outdoors full sun to partial shade; thrives under trees
Soil prefers a rich, well-drained soil; avoid heavy clay soils
Hardiness hardy; zones 5, 6, 8, 14-24
 
Morphology:
Leaves Large, strap-like leaves; to 3" wide, 3ft. long or more; rich green color with prominent mid-rib
Flowers White, funnel-shaped center with spidery petals to 3" long protruding from center; usually in clusters from 3 to 5
Fruit fleshy capsule to 3/4" long
 
Propagation:
division or seed
 
Usage:
appreciated for exotic flowers, tropical foliage; used in tropical or temperate landscapes, mixed with other bulb or in perennial beds
 
Landscape Care:
Watering needs regular watering when growing and flowering; needs little care and water during winter months
Fertilizing balanced, slow-release in spring
Pruning remove dead leaves in fall (plant goes deciduous)
Pests/Diseases none major; snails may injure foliage
Special Conditions/Other bulbs are poisonous if eaten
 
Origin: Eastern Peru, Western Bolivia, Andes mountains
Family: Amaryllidaceae

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