Lycoris squamigera
Magic Lily, Resurrection Lily
Other regional names: Surprise Lily
- Surprise Lily
Also known as: Amaryllis hallii Baker +1 more
- Amaryllis hallii Baker
- Hippeastrum squamigerum (Maxim.) H.Lév.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Amaryllidaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a bulbous geophyte.
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Lycoris squamigera (commonly known as Magic-lily or Resurrection Lily) is a bulbous plant belonging to the Amaryllidaceae family. Originating in Temperate Asia, this species is primarily associated with subtropical conditions.
Macro Climate
Subtropical
Plant Type
Bulb
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
ASIA-TEMPERATE
Regions (WGSRPD)
China, Eastern Asia
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
China Southeast, Korea
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Japan, Ohio, Tennessee