Family:
AMARYLLIDACEAE
Crinum flaccidum
Darling Lily
Other Names: Macquarie Lily, Murray Lily, White Lily, Sandover Lily, Native Crinium, Desert Lily, Flaccid Lily
Regional Subspecies:
n/a
HABIT:
Perennial. Weakly erect or spreading leaves, 30-60 cm long. Strongly scented, white or creamy flowers, 12-14 cm across (Oct-Jan).
HABITAT & SITE PREFERENCE:
Common on alluvial soils of floodplains and ephemeral streams, usually in open country. Also found on a variety of other soil types. Prefers well-drained soils in a sunny position. Prefers 300-500 mm rainfall in the Riverina region.
SEED COLLECTION & PROPAGATION:
Propagate from seed, which germinates rapidly when kept moist. Frost tolerant.
VALUES & USES:
Attractive garden plant, suitable for rockeries or warm, protected spots under eaves.