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Rain Lily

Zephyranthes candida

Photo by joanbstanley
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Description:

Creamy white flowers; yellow stamens and green throat.

Native to Texas, Mexico, Colombia and Guatemala, these starry, upfacing, crocus-like flowers appear several times a season, especially after a rain on 6"-12" stems. The main show is generally in August-September.

Habitat:

Garden in wildlife habitat yard.

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Zephyranthes candida

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