Botanical Name: Clivia miniata
Common Name: African lily Type of Plant: monocot: perennial Character evergreen Habit of Growth: Overall Shape distinctive pattern of strap-shaped leaves arising in bunched 'stack-rows' from a basal bulb-like fleshy structure, arching outwards to form a low-medium sized clum p Height 1-1/2-3' Spread equal + Growth Rate slow Environment: Exposure outdoors partial sun/shade, full sun along coast Soil prefers well mulched, moist, acidic pH soils Hardiness hardy, (zones 15-17, 19-24) prefers warm, moist climate Morphology: Leaves fleshy, distinctly strap-shaped, dark glossy green, arise from base in rows, 1-1/2 to 3' long, 1-3" wide, rounded tips Flowers yellow, orange or red, funnel shaped, 10-20 in a compact umbel, 2-3" long, stalk 1-3' long – December-April Fruit 1/2" red berry Propagation: division of clump, seed Usage: small filler or large facer for its dramatic flower display and attractive foliage in shady locations; effective container plant, often used in tropical or even woodsy landscape styles Landscape Care: Watering regular, tolerates heavy watering if drainage is good Fertilizing balanced in spring and summer, iron for chlorosis Pruning none – remove old flower stalks and leaves Pests/Diseases snails/slugs, salt burn in poorly drained soil Special Conditions/Other blooms best in root-bound condition Origin: South Africa Family: Amaryllidaceae Notes: |
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