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Crinum latifolium

Also Known As

  • Amaryllis zeylanicum
  • Crinum 'Milk And Wine'
  • Milk and Wine Lily

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 2'-3'
  • W: 2'-3'

planting zones

  • 7a-10b

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Crinum latifolium plant details

Crinum latifolium is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Crinum latifolium

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: amaryllidaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, cutting garden, fragrant, long-blooming, toxic, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Crinum latifolium

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Rare white form of this fan leaves species. Crinum are the giants of the bulb world. These South African natives are nearly indestructible perennials in mild climates. They can bloom repeatedly once established. A truely valuable gem for the Southern landscape, these bulbs will likely outlive the gardener. Large bulbs, 22+ cm around

Gardening facts about Crinum latifolium plant

How to Grow Crinum latifolium

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

Height: 1'-4'

Width: 2'-4'

  • sun - dappled shade
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Zones

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Size

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Width: 3'

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Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

Zones

10a-11

Size

Height: 3'-5'

Width: 5'

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Plant Type

Spring, Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

Zones

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Size

Height: 3'

Width: 3'

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Zones

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Size

Height: 2'-3'

Width: 2'-3'

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