Red Spider Lily (Lycoris radiata)
Lycoris radiata, the Red Spider Lily, is a bulbous perennial producing striking red, spidery flowers in late summer or early autumn.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade. Afternoon shade is beneficial in hot climates.
Watering
Water moderately when actively growing, allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering during dormancy.
Soil
Well-draining soil is crucial. Prefers sandy loam but tolerates a range of soil types.
Temperature
Thrives in temperatures between 15-25°C. Can tolerate cooler temperatures during dormancy.
Habitat
Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season. Stop fertilizing during summer dormancy.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun to partial shade. Afternoon shade is beneficial in hot climates.
Full sun to partial shade.
Water moderately when actively growing, allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering during dormancy.
Reduce watering in summer dormancy.
Well-draining soil is crucial. Prefers sandy loam but tolerates a range of soil types.
Thrives in temperatures between 15-25°C. Can tolerate cooler temperatures during dormancy.
Ideal growing range: 15-25°C.
Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season. Stop fertilizing during summer dormancy.
Fertilize during growth, not dormancy.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Flowering, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.3-0.6 m
Spread
0.15-0.3 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
The plant goes dormant after flowering, with leaves emerging in autumn and persisting through winter.
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Linear
Flower Size
5-8 cm
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classLiliopsida
- orderAsparagales
- familyAmaryllidaceae
- genusLycoris
- speciesLycoris radiata
Toxic for humans
Yes
Rating: 5/5
Toxic for pets
Yes
Rating: 5/5
Edible
No