Gloriosa superba (Flame lily)


Michael's Opinion

A stunning but unusual vine/bulbous plant that can be grown as a pot plant in the more temperate regions.

Botanical Information

FamilyColchicaceae
GenusGloriosa
Speciessuperba
CategoryBulbs, Tropicals
TypeVine

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone8 - 10
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone7b - requires cool season protection under glass
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH2 - H5
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)-9 - 4
Temperature (°F)10 - 40
GrowthFast
Flowering PeriodMay, June, July, August, September

Description and Growing Information

LandscapeWorks well as a potted plant.
Notable SpecimensThe A.M. Cuddy Gardens, Strathroy, Ontario, Canada as a potted patio plant.
HabitatSunny, warm often in scrubland amongst shrub thickets.
Flower DescriptionBright red, with yellow on the edges.

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