Spider Lily Pond Plant – Hymenocallis latifolia White Tropical Aquatic Marginal Bog Flower

Spider Lily (Hymenocallis latifolia) is a striking tropical aquatic marginal prized for its large, spidery white flowers and glossy, strap-like foliage. Also known as the Peruvian Daffodil or Basket Lily, this elegant bog plant brings a bold, exotic look to pond edges, water gardens, and consistently moist landscape beds. The fragrant, fringed blooms rise above the foliage on sturdy stems, creating a dramatic display through the warm months.

This versatile marginal is well suited to planting at the shallow edges of ponds, in bog filters, or in containers set into water features. It also performs well in rich, wet garden soil, making it a useful choice for rain gardens and low-lying areas that stay damp. The bright white flowers contrast beautifully with dark water and lush green foliage, attracting attention and supporting a lively pondside planting scheme.

Plant Features

• Large, spidery white flowers with a delicate, fringed appearance
• Glossy, strap-like green leaves that form a tidy clump
• Fragrant blooms that stand above the foliage on tall stems
• Excellent for pond margins, bog gardens, and water features
• Tropical to subtropical perennial that thrives in consistently moist conditions

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Hymenocallis latifolia
• Plant Type: Tropical aquatic marginal perennial
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Rich, consistently moist to wet soil; can be grown in shallow water
• Water Requirements: High; keep soil wet or plant at pond margin
• Growth Habit: Clumping, upright foliage with tall flower stems
• Bloom Season: Summer to early fall
• Mature Height: Typically 2 to 3 feet
• Spacing: 18 to 24 inches apart

Planting & Care

Plant Spider Lily at the shallow edge of a pond or in a bog garden where the soil remains consistently wet. It can be set in a container and placed in shallow water, or planted directly into rich, moisture-retentive soil. Choose a location with full sun to partial shade for the best flowering. Keep the soil evenly moist during establishment and maintain consistent moisture thereafter.

Water regularly, especially during hot, dry periods, and avoid allowing the soil to dry out completely. Remove spent flowers to encourage continued blooming and tidy the clump. In cooler climates, container-grown plants can be moved indoors or to a protected area before frost. Divide crowded clumps in spring if needed to maintain vigor.

What's Included

One Spider Lily pond plant (Hymenocallis latifolia).