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Zephyranthes gracilifolia

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Zephyranthes gracilifolia (Herb.) G.Nicholson

Family Name: Amaryllidaceae
Synonyms: Habranthus gracilifolius Herb.
Common Name: Rain Lily

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Classifications and Characteristics

Plant Division Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants) (Monocotyledon)
Plant Growth Form Herbaceous Plant
Lifespan (in Singapore) Perennial

Biogeography

Native Distribution Uruguay, Argentina
Native Habitat Terrestrial

Landscaping Features

Desirable Plant Features Ornamental Flowers
Landscape Uses Indoor Plant

Plant Care and Propagation

Light Preference Semi-Shade
Water Preference Lots of Water

Foliar

Mature Foliage Colour(s) Green
Leaf Area Index (LAI) for Green Plot Ratio 3.5 (Shrub & Groundcover - Monocot)

Floral (Angiosperm)

Flower Colour(s) Pink

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Master ID 761
Species ID 2056
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Species record last updated on: 08 January 2026.
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