Rain Lily
Zephyranthes candida

Rain Lily Plant

Rain Lily also called as Zephyr Lily, a tender herbaceous plant growing up to 0.3 meters, thrives in loamy soil, requires full sun, high moisture, is non-edible, and lacks medicinal properties.

Picture illustrating Rain Lily Plant 

Habit

Herbaceous

Height

0.3 to 0.5 m

Growth

Moderate

Soil

Well-drained, Loamy

Shade

Full sun

Moisture

High

Edible

No

Medicinal

No

Origin

Americas

Climatic Condition

Tropical, Subtropical

Temperature (°)

20°C to 30°C

Humidity (%)

60% to 80%

Potting media

50% Loam, 40% Sand, 10% Organic Matter

Fertilizers

Organic Fertilizer

Watering

Regular watering

Plant Weight 

0.1 to 0.3 kg

Flowering Time

Summer to Fall

Soil Ph level

6.0 to 7.5

Water Ph level

6.0 to 7.0

Soil EC

0.5 to 0.7 mS/cm

Yield Per Plant 

Ornamental

NPK ratio 

10:10:10

life Span

2 to 3 years

Health Benefits

Ornamental, Fragrance

Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?

50% soil, 25% coco peat, 25% compost

Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers

Fertilize monthly with balanced liquid fertilizer.

Common Diseases and Remedies

Leaf Spot, Aphids, Mealybugs

Brown spots, sticky residue

Neem oil, insecticidal soap
In-Organic Remedies

Copper fungicides

                  HEALTH BENEFITS

· Traditionally used in herbal medicine for fever and respiratory issues.

· Some species have potential anti-inflammatory properties.

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