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Crinum americanum
Crinum americanum is an aquatic angiosperm native to North America from Texas to South Carolina, as well as Mexico, Cuba, Jamaica and the Cayman Islands.[2] Common names for this species include Florida swamp-lily,[3] string lily,[3] and southern swamp crinum.[3] The species grows in small groups in still water habitats. Crinum species are now members of the family Amaryllidaceae, subfamily Amaryllidoideae;[4] they were formerly placed in the family Liliaceae. EtymologyThe Latin specific epithet americanum refers to the plant's native habitat.[5] DescriptionCrinum americanum is a perennial bulb that can grow up to 4 ft (1.2 m) tall.[6] The plant has simple leaves that are up to 4 ft (1.2 m) long and 3 in (7.6 cm) wide.[7] Flowers are fragrant and lily-like with white petals that can sometimes be blushed pink in color.[5] The flower stem grows up to 3 ft (0.91 m) tall and has two to six flowered umbels.[7] The upper portion of the stamen is purple and anthers are also purple in color.[7] Distribution and habitatIt is native to North America from Texas to South Carolina, as well as Mexico, Cuba, Jamaica and the Cayman Islands.[2] It grows in freshwater marshes, cypress swamps, and lake edges.[7] ConservationAs of November 2024, NatureServe listed Crinum americanum as Secure (G5). This status was last reviewed on 4 August 1988.[1] References
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