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(Hesperantha coccinea)
River-Lily (Hesperantha coccinea)
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Photo by: Murray NZ | License Type: CC BY 4.0 | License URL: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ | Rights Holder: Murray NZ | Publisher: iNaturalist | Date Created: 2019-05-01T12:42:55-07:00 |
Estimated Native Range
Summary
Hesperantha coccinea, commonly known as River-Lily, is a semi-deciduous perennial bulb native to grasslands and marshy areas in South Africa. It typically grows to 60 cm (24 in) tall, with slender lanceolate leaves up to 40 cm (16 in) long and 1 cm (0.4 in) broad. The flowers are striking, with colors ranging from red to occasionally pink or white, each 30–35 mm long, with six petals; they bloom prolifically four to ten at a time on a spike from late summer to autumn, adding vibrant color to the garden.
River-Lily is valued for its showy flowers, which make it a popular choice for ornamental garden planting and use in floristry. It is relatively hardy, tolerating temperatures down to between −5 to −10 °C (23 to 14 °F), but in colder regions, it is often grown under glass to protect it from frost. For optimal growth, River-Lily prefers full sun to part shade, consistent moisture, and well-drained soil. It is not commonly known to suffer from serious disease or pest problems, but it can be susceptible to rot if overwatered or planted in poorly drained soils.CC BY-SA 4.0
River-Lily is valued for its showy flowers, which make it a popular choice for ornamental garden planting and use in floristry. It is relatively hardy, tolerating temperatures down to between −5 to −10 °C (23 to 14 °F), but in colder regions, it is often grown under glass to protect it from frost. For optimal growth, River-Lily prefers full sun to part shade, consistent moisture, and well-drained soil. It is not commonly known to suffer from serious disease or pest problems, but it can be susceptible to rot if overwatered or planted in poorly drained soils.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Bulb
- Height: 1-2 feet
- Width: 0.5-1 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: Red, Pink
- Flowering Season: Spring, Winter
- Leaf Retention: Semi-Deciduous
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
- Water: Medium, High
- Drainage: Medium
Common Uses
Bee Garden, Bird Garden, Groundcover, Hummingbird Garden, Rock Garden, Showy Flowers, Water Garden
Natural Habitat
Native to grasslands and marshy areas in South Africa
Other Names
Common Names: Crimson Flag Lily, Vinterlilja
Scientific Names: , Schizostylis coccinea, Hesperantha coccinea, Schizostylis pauciflora, Schizostylis ixioides,
GBIF Accepted Name: Hesperantha coccinea (Backh. & Harv.) Goldblatt & J.C.Manning