What is the red lily spider?
The red spider, scientifically known as lycoris radiata , is a plant in the genus lycoris , under amryllidaceae or the family Amaryllis. It is a permanent flowering plant that measures a high 12 to 18 inches (about 30 to 46 cm) and is also known under the common names of Spider Lily, Surprise Lily and Naked Lily. Ordinary names are most likely to reference to its flowers similar to spiders that quickly appear after dormancing. It also has the habit of release their leaves before flowering and grow again after flowers shed.
Its growth season is at the end of summer, followed by the appearance of flowers in autumn, which are then replaced by leaves. These dark green and strap leaves persist until next summer, when the plant undergoes a short period of rest. Light red color, flower red spider lily has anthers, pollen containing a part of the flower, which can grow up to 8 inches (about 20 cm) in length. Onire arranged in a cluster that gives the flower its appearance similar to spiders. This plant hasAlso bulbs that grow to a diameter of about 1.2 inches (3 cm).
cultivation from China and Japan, the race was introduced to North America in the 19th century. The preferred Lily Red Spider stations are shady and humid areas on the slopes, shores of streams and meadows. In cultivation, it should be planted in light and moderately well -drained soils. The soil can be acidic, neutral or alkaline, but must be moist and rich. This plant will grow best when it is full of solar exposure, but can also tolerate a partial shadow.
The plant spreads by division of the bulb during the sleeping season. Some gardeners recommend planting bulbs in a warm place to ripen and cause another flowering period. Lily red spider leaves are susceptible to hard frosts and therefore require shelter in wmesis. It is also sensitive to root disorders and pest attacks such as slugs.
6 bulb of this plant mIt can also be used as a source of starch, but must undergo a special cleaning process before cooking because of its toxic content. Lily Red Spider bulbs are sometimes used, for example, popular with the treatment of pain, inflammation and burns. The bulbs also have expectorant and enetic properties, substances used to raise mucus and causing vomiting, and are therefore used to treat cough and counter -motion.