Not a grass; this is a Red Spider Lily, a flowering bulb plant.
Lycoris radiata · Not applicable; this is a perennial bulb, not a grass.
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Grass Category
Ornamental
Hardiness Zones
Thrives in USDA zones 6 to 10 with good cold tolerance for the bulb and summer dormancy.
About This Grass
Stunning red, spider-like umbel flowers emerge on bare stems in autumn, followed by strap-shaped green leaves.
Blade Characteristics
Leaves are dark green, strap-shaped, and narrow, lacking true grass blade morphology.
Growing Information
Growth Habit
Clumping bulbous perennial that spreads slowly via underground bulbs.
Sunlight & Water Needs
Prefers full sun to partial shade with well-draining soil and moderate watering during the leaf-growing phase.
Mowing & Maintenance
Requires no mowing; simply remove dead foliage after leaves naturally yellow in late spring.
Identified on 10/11/2026