Brunsvigia namaquana (3 yr 2023)

Brunsvigia namaquana is a rare, dwarf species with 3-4 unusual leaves covered in golden bristles.

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 - [Summer 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

Bloom Time:  Fall

Foliage Colour:  Bluish

Class:  Deciduous

Type:  Tender

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

Geographical Origin:  Southern Africa and Madagascar