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Crinum x amabile (Lirio araña gigante)
The beautiful big flowers captivate with a glamorous scent, especially at night. But be careful, alle parts of the plant are toxic. In Tao culture it is used to trap fish in the net.
- • Common names: Giant spider lily, Queen Emma-lily
• Botanical family: Amaryllidaceae
• Geographic origin: most likely Asian continent (India, Seychelles, Mauritius)
• Current geographic distribution: Tropical and subtropical regions all over the world
• Pollination: Moths
• Uses: Ornamental plant
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