Lycoris × albiflora
White Flower Surprise Lily
Also known as: Lycoris ×elsiae Traub
- Lycoris ×elsiae Traub
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Amaryllidaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a bulbous geophyte.
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Lycoris × albiflora (commonly known as White-flower surprise lily) is a bulbous plant within the Amaryllidaceae family. It is found natively in Temperate Asia. Within its native range, this hybrid is primarily associated with subtropical conditions. The parent species of this naturally occurring hybrid are linked below.
Macro Climate
Subtropical
Plant Type
Bulb
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
ASIA-TEMPERATE
Regions (WGSRPD)
Eastern Asia
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Japan
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)
China Southeast, Korea
Parent Species