Brunsvigia namaquana (3 yr 2023)
Brunsvigia namaquana is a rare, dwarf species with 3-4 unusual leaves covered in golden bristles.
Description:
Brunsvigia namaquana is a rare, dwarf species from the winter rainfall area of Namaqualand with 3-4 unusual leaves covered in golden bristles and zygomorphic flowers that are not star-like but have one plane of symmetry like an amaryllis. The flowers are light pink with touches of white and a yellow green throat. Plant the bulb mostly buried with the neck just above the soil. This is a non-hardy bulb that can be grown as a houseplant or in a heated greenhouse or sunroom. It's perfect for those interested in bulbs and houseplants and for succulent lovers looking to branch out. Our nursery-grown bulbs are 3 years old as of 2023. We are unsure at what age this species will reach blooming size but other species will bloom around 6-10 years of age.
Common Name: Candelabra Lily - [Spring B&B Pre-Order]
Family: Amaryllidaceae (The Amaryllis Family)
Zone Hardiness: 10-12
Light: Full Sun
Height: under 4"
Width: under 4"
Primary Bloom Colour: Pink
Secondary Bloom Colour: White/Cream
Class: Deciduous
Type: Tender
Bloom Time: Fall
Soil Moisture: Dry
Stem Colour: Red
Fragrance: Yes
Berries:
Benefits: Bees
Deer Resistant: Unknown
BC Native: No
Native Habitat: South-facing scree slopes and outcrops on plateaus or low-lying plains in Namaqualand in both Namibia and South Africa.
Award: AGM
Geogrpahical Origin: Europe and Africa - Southern Africa and Madagascar
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