Overview
Crinum longifolium is a garden plant in the genus Crinum, part of the Amaryllidaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia.
About
Crinum longifolium is a species of Crinum in the Amaryllidaceae family native to Southeast Asia. In the UK it flowers from July to September. The summer flowering period makes it most useful where blooms can be seen at close range. Positioning affects how readily the July–September display will be appreciated.
About the genus
Crinum is a genus of about 180 species of perennial plants that have large showy flowers on leafless stems, and develop from bulbs. They are found in seasonally moist areas, including marshes, swamps, depressions and along the sides of streams and lakes in tropical and subtropical areas worldwide.
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In the garden
Crinum longifolium sits within the genus Crinum and the family Amaryllidaceae and originates from Southeast Asia. In the UK its flowering window is July to September, so planning for a midsummer display is the primary consideration when choosing a planting spot. Think in terms of sightlines and seasonal use rather than precise soil formulas; placing specimens where their summer flowers will be visible from patios, seating areas or paths makes the most of the July–September season. Growing in a moveable container gives flexibility to shift plants to more sheltered sites should weather or exposure be a concern, and also allows a conservatory or glasshouse to be used for overwintering if required. Group Crinum longifolium with other plants that peak in mid to late summer to extend a period of interest, or use it as a single specimen to draw attention during its flowering months. For gardeners in cooler areas, treating the plant as a summer display that can be sheltered or relocated will broaden where it can be used; the defining calendar note for this species is its July–September bloom period, which provides a clear window for planning flowering shows.
Plant details
Crinum longifolium size, habit and characteristics
- Native to
- Southeast Asia
More in the Crinum genus
- Crinum powellii 'Album'
- Crinum × powelliiswamp lily
- Crinum × powellii 'Ellen Bosanquet'Ellen Bosanquet Crinum
- Crinum × powellii 'Haarlemense'Haarlem Crinum
- Crinum × powellii 'Krelagei'