Cyrtanthus sanguineus, commonly known as Fire Lily, is an evergreen perennial bulb native to the grasslands and open areas of South Africa, extending from the Eastern Cape to KwaZulu-Natal. It typically grows to a height of 0.2-1 feet (0.06-0.3 meters) and a width of 0.8-1 feet (0.2-0.3 meters). The Fire Lily is admired for its striking tubular flowers, which are a vibrant orange to red color, blooming in spring and summer and providing a vivid display in the garden.

The Fire Lily is valued for its drought tolerance and its ability to add a splash of color to rockeries, borders, and container plantings. It is relatively low maintenance, requiring minimal water once established, and thrives in well-drained soils. Full sun is ideal for promoting the best flowering. While generally disease-free, it can be susceptible to mealybugs and aphids. In colder climates, it is often grown as a houseplant or in a greenhouse, as it is not frost-tolerant.CC BY-SA 4.0