Crinum americanum var. americanum
IllustratedEndemic
Synonyms: Crinum herbertianum Schultes f. Crinum strictum Herbert Crinum texanum L. S. Hannibal
Leaves slightly shorter than scape; blade pale green. Umbels 2–5-flowered.
Phenology: Flowering late winter–autumn (all year in Fla).
Habitat: Swamps, marshes, stream banks
Elevation: 0–100 m
Distribution
Ala., Fla., Ga., La., Miss., S.C., Tex.
Discussion
Variety americanum is the most widespread and abundant Crinum in the United States. It is quite variable, particularly in the size of floral parts and width of leaves.
Selected References
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Lower Taxa
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