Clivia miniata var. citrina (Yellow Bush, Golden Natal Lily)


Botanical Information

FamilyAmaryllidaceae
GenusClivia
Speciesminiata
Varietycitrina
CategoryBulbs, Perennials, Tropicals
Ethnobotanical Uses
Disclaimer
All parts of the plant may cause upset stomach if eaten.

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone9 - 11
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness ZoneRequires cool season protection under glass.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH1c
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)5 - 10
Height10 - 50 cm
Spread10 - 50 cm
GrowthSlow
Flowering PeriodJanuary, February, March, November, December

Description and Growing Information

General DescriptionAn evergreen lily with bright yellow, trumpet-shaped flowers.
ShapeErect, bushy habit.
LandscapeExcellent container plant.
PropagationEasily by division anytime the plant is not in bloom.
CultivationTolerant of low light but reluctant to flower in such conditions. C. miniata blooms best in bright light allowing the plant to dry out between waterings in the winter if grown as a pot plant. Fertilize weekly during the active growing season but eliminate feeding in the winter. Keep plants pot-bound. If grown indoors keep plants cool (10°C) to stimulate spring flowering.
PestsMealybugs should be watched for.
HabitatHorticultural origin.
Leaf DescriptionLeaves are dark green and strap-shaped.
Flower DescriptionFlowers are bright yellow with a trumpet-shape, 5-7 cm in length, appearing on erect terminal stems.

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