Spider Lily

Native to the Caribbean, the spider lily is a gorgeous flowering perennial that takes very little care. It has many medicinal properties, but be careful not to eat the bulbs.

Scientific Name:Hymenocalis speciosa

Common Names: green-tinge spider lily, spidery daffodil, Peruvian daffodil

Flower Colours:white

Bloom Time:variable

Maximum Reachable Height:10 feet

Difficulty to Grow:easy

Care: have no significant pests or diseases

Sunlight:full sun to partial shade

Soil:well-drained, alkaline, sandy or loamy soil

Water: water regularly; let the top soil dry between waterings

Fertiliser:use slow-release fertiliser once a month

Precautions:the bulbs are poisonous if eaten; may cause nausea, vomiting, and diarrhoea

Ornamental Use:makes a beautiful landscaping plant

Medicinal Use:

used for wound healing
used as an emetic
has anti-inflammatory properties
has anti-viral, anti-neoplastic, and cytotoxic properties
References:

https://homeguides.sfgate.com/spider-lily-planting-instructions-65179.html
https://www.gardenia.net/guide/Learn-How-To-Plant-Care-and-Grow-Gorgeous-Spider-Lilies
https://www.nature-and-garden.com/gardening/spider-lily-care-blooming.html
https://www.hunker.com/12125168/how-to-care-for-spider-lilies