Eucharis amazonica

Also Known As

Eucharis grandiflora
Urceolina amazonica
Urceolina amazonica
Amazon Lily

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 6"-12"
W: 6"-9"

planting zones

10a-11

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Eucharis amazonica plant details

Eucharis amazonica is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In fall, spring, summer and winter white flowers emerge. Features glossy and grassy texture. Grows well with shade and occasional water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Eucharis amazonica

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: amaryllidaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 IN - 9 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in fall, spring, summer and winter
Uses: container plant, fragrant, houseplant, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Eucharis amazonica

USDA Zones: 10a - 11
Sun exposure: shade
Watering frequency: occasional
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Only a few regions in the U.S. can grow these plants where they'll be overwintered outdoors; the rest of us can grow fragrant Amazon lilies in containers on a windowsill. Related to Christmas Amaryllis, these showy exotics are native to Peru and are rarely seen in the States.

By: Leafari

An Amaryllis relative native to the Amazon rainforest. Enchanting flowers are very fragrant. Has attractive hosta-like leaves and makes a wonderful houseplant. Let the surface soil dry between watering. Doesn't need a lot of light. One trick to getting it to bloom is keeping the plant in a cool (not cold) place for a week or two. Large, blooming size bulbs