How to tend a Cyrtanthus breviflorus

Also known as: Anoiganthus breviflorus (Harv.) Baker, Anoiganthus gracilis Harms, Anoiganthus luteus Baker, Cyrtanthus luteus Baker, Anoiganthus breviflorus var. minor Baker

Watering

Water thoroughly after soil surface dries

Sunlight

Likes adequate light, avoid direct strong light at noon in summer

Soil

Peat or soil with specific nutrients

Fertilizer

Apply 1-2 times monthly in spring

Pruning

Remove withered flowers, diseased and yellowing leaves timely

About this plant

Origin
South Africa
Category
Amaryllidaceae, Cyrtanthus
Size
Diameter ≥ 20 cm, height 10-30 cm
Blooming period
Flowering period November-March
Flower colors
yellow, orange red, white, pink
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