Swamp Lily
Crinum americanum
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part sun
Water
medium
Size
24"–36" H × 12"–24" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
Native to
AL, FL, GA, LA and 3 more states
Pollinators
butterflies, bees, moths
Swamp Lily produces clusters of fragrant white trumpet-shaped flowers on tall stems above strappy evergreen leaves. This bulbous perennial blooms reliably from summer through fall and thrives in moist conditions. The foliage forms neat clumps that provide year-round structure in the landscape.
In an HOA neighborhood
Swamp Lily is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.
Wildlife value
The fragrant blooms attract butterflies, bees, and night-flying moths throughout its extended blooming season. The nectar-rich flowers are particularly valuable for pollinators during the hot summer months when fewer plants are flowering.
Common questions
- How much sun does Swamp Lily need?
- Swamp Lily grows best in part sun conditions.
- When does Swamp Lily bloom?
- Swamp Lily blooms in June, July, August, September, October, and November.
- Where is Swamp Lily native?
- Swamp Lily (Crinum americanum) is native to AL, FL, GA, LA and 3 more states, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
- What pollinators does Swamp Lily attract?
- Swamp Lily draws butterflies, bees, and moths.
- Is Swamp Lily HOA-friendly?
- Swamp Lily is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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