Massonia visserae (Adult 2022)
Massonia visserae has small, bluish green, triangular, variably pustulated, hairy leaves with white flowers with black anthers.
Massonia is a genus of peculiar, southern African, alien-like bulbs related to hyacinths that grow two opposite prostrate leaves that hug the ground topped with a stemless cluster of green, white or pink flowers that sit atop the leaves or rise on strange stalks. It’s a perfect group for succulent lovers and those who love oddball things! M. visserae is a recently described species known only from Lambert’s Bay with small, bluish green triangular leaves that are variably pustulated and hairy topped with white flowers with black anthers. The leaves and flowers grow in fall, winter and spring with bulbs dormant in summer. Reduce watering when dormant in summer but do not allow to go bone dry. Plant the bulbs with the top just below the soil surface. This is a non-hardy bulb best 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 adult blooming size as of 2022. Visit the webpage of the Pacific Bulb Society to view more photos of this cool species.
Common Name: Hedgehog Lily - [Spring B&B Pre-Order]
Family: Asparagaceae (The Asparagus Family)
Zone Hardiness: 10-11
Light: Part Sun, Full Sun
Height: under 4"
Width: 4-8"
Primary Bloom Colour: White/Cream
Secondary Bloom Colour: Black
Foliage Colour: Bluish
Class: Deciduous
Type: Tender
Bloom Time:
Soil Moisture: Dry
Stem Colour:
Fragrance: Yes
Berries:
Benefits: Bees
Deer Resistant: Unknown
BC Native: No
Native Habitat: Lambert's Bay in the Western Cape, part of the winter rainfall region.
Award: AGM
Geographical Origin:
