n.
or lily of the Nile
Perennial evergreen herbaceous plant ( Agapanthus africanus ) of the lily family , native to Africa.
In summer, long stalks bear many funnel-shaped flowers. The attractive, thick, dark green leaves are sword-shaped. There are many varieties, some with white or purple flowers and others with patterned leaves. If grown in a climate with frost, they must be kept in containers and moved indoors to survive the cold weather.