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(Haemanthus humilis)
Rabbit Ears (Haemanthus humilis)
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Mahomed Desai
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Photo by: Mahomed Desai | License Type: CC BY 4.0 | License URL: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ | Rights Holder: Mahomed Desai | Publisher: iNaturalist | Date Created: 2021-01-18T12:44:49-08:00 |
Estimated Native Range
Summary
Haemanthus humilis, commonly known as Rabbit Ears, is a deciduous perennial bulb native to the grasslands and rocky outcrops of Southern Africa. It typically grows to a height of 1 foot (0.3 meters) and a width of 0.2-0.5 feet (0.06-0.2 meters). The plant is characterized by its striking brush-like flowers, which are composed of numerous white to pink filaments and appear in spring and summer. These flowers are quite showy and are followed by attractive red berries that are also of interest in the garden.
Rabbit Ears are appreciated for their unique floral display and are often used in rock gardens, borders, and as container plants. They are relatively easy to maintain, requiring minimal care once established. In cultivation, they thrive in full sun to partial shade and prefer well-drained soil. While they tolerate medium amounts of water, they are also quite drought-tolerant once established. Gardeners should be aware that Haemanthus humilis can be sensitive to overwatering, which may lead to bulb rot.CC BY-SA 4.0
Rabbit Ears are appreciated for their unique floral display and are often used in rock gardens, borders, and as container plants. They are relatively easy to maintain, requiring minimal care once established. In cultivation, they thrive in full sun to partial shade and prefer well-drained soil. While they tolerate medium amounts of water, they are also quite drought-tolerant once established. Gardeners should be aware that Haemanthus humilis can be sensitive to overwatering, which may lead to bulb rot.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Bulb
- Height: 0.5-1 feet
- Width: 0.2-0.5 feet
- Growth Rate: Slow
- Flower Color: White, Pink
- Flowering Season: Spring, Summer
- Leaf Retention: Deciduous
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
- Water: Medium
- Drainage: Medium, Fast
Common Uses
Border Plant, Low Maintenance, Potted Plant, Rock Garden, Showy Flowers
Natural Habitat
Grasslands and rocky outcrops of Southern Africa
Other Names
Common Names: Pink Paintbrush, Blood Flower, Rabbit’s Ears
Scientific Names: , Haemanthus humilis, Melicho humilis, Melicho humilis publ,
GBIF Accepted Name: Haemanthus humilis Jacq.