Sprekelia is a genus of Mesoamerican plants in the Amaryllis family, subfamily Amaryllidoideae.

[3][4][5][6][7] This genus has been submerged in Zephyranthes,[8] but as of January 2023[update] is accepted by Plants of the World Online with a single species, Sprekelia formosissima,[1] endemic to Mexico.

[9] This genus is named after Johann Heinrich von Spreckelsen (1691–1764), who supplied the plants to Lorenz Heister.

As of January 2023[update], a single species is accepted by Plants of the World Online, Sprekelia formosissima.

[15][16] The Royal Horticultural Society recommends it as an interesting choice for heated conservatories or greenhouses.