Hippeastrum papilio
One of the most remarkable and beautiful of amaryllis species, Hippeastrum papilio has greenish white petals with burgundy stripes.
One of the most remarkable and beautiful of all amaryllis, Hippeastrum papilio has greenish white petals dramatically marked with burgundy stripes. A little more difficult to get to rebloom than the hybrids, it awards patience. Grow in a sunny location (usually in a pot) outside in summer. Fertilize well. Allow autumn frosts to hit the foliage then bring inside, chop off the leaves and allow to dry out in the dark. Give light and water when a bud or new foliage appears. Available in the fall as dry bulbs and sometimes potted in spring.
Common Name: Butterfly Amaryllis - [Spring B&B Pre-Order]
Family: Amaryllidaceae (The Amaryllis Family)
Zone Hardiness: 10-12
Light: Full Sun, Part Sun
Height: 8-12"
Width: 8-12"
Primary Bloom Colour: Burgundy
Secondary Bloom Colour: White/Cream
Foliage Colour: Green
Class: Semi-evergreen
Type: Tender
Bloom Time:
Soil Moisture: Average
Stem Colour:
Fragrance: No
Berries:
Benefits:
Deer Resistant: Unknown
BC Native: No
Native Habitat: Dry summer, wettish winter regions of southern Brazil.
Award: AGM
Geographical Origin:
