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Crinum pedunculatum

River Lily

Amaryllidaceae

Description:

An attractive perennial with strap-like fleshy leaves up to 1 m long and 10 cm wide at the base. Produces large, scented white flowers on long stems from October to January. Hardy, it grows in water and damp spots but is also drought- and salt-tolerant.

Special Features:

  • Tolerates dry conditions and poor soils

  • Suitable for ponds and wet areas

  • Can be grown as a pot plant

  • Hardy landscape plant

Natural Habitat:

Tidal Wetland, Wallum Woodlands

Aspect:

Full Sun, Partial Sun/Shade

Soil/Conditions:

Adaptable

Tree/Shrub Height:

Height 1.5m- Spread 1.5m

Attracts:

Insects, Butterflies, Bees, Insectivorous birds

Flower Colour:

White

Crinum pedunculatum - River Lily

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Regional ecosystem:

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Link to Regional Ecosystem description QLD Gov:

https://apps.des.qld.gov.au/regional-ecosystems/list/?landzone=&description=Crinum+pedunculatum&class=&biodiversity=&submit=Search

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