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
Family | Colchicaceae |
Genus | Gloriosa |
Species | superba |
Category | Bulbs, Tropicals |
Type | Vine |
Details
USDA Hardiness Zone | 8 - 10 |
USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
Canadian Hardiness Zone | 7b - requires cool season protection under glass |
Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
RHS Hardiness Zone | H2 - H5 |
RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
Temperature (°C) | -9 - 4 |
Temperature (°F) | 10 - 40 |
Growth | Fast |
Flowering Period | May, June, July, August, September |
Description and Growing Information
Landscape | Works well as a potted plant. |
Notable Specimens | The A.M. Cuddy Gardens, Strathroy, Ontario, Canada as a potted patio plant. |
Habitat | Sunny, warm often in scrubland amongst shrub thickets. |
Flower Description | Bright red, with yellow on the edges. |