(Pictures 3 and 4 are mature plants for reference only)
Boophone haemanthoides
Boophone haemanthoides is a striking plant for a large pot, and also makes a handsome feature planted in bold groups in rock garden pockets. It is important to note that the bulbs are highly sensitive to excess moisture during the winter growing period and require a completely dry summer period when they are dormant. The plants require high light intensity to grow well, preferring full sun for as much of the day as possible. A pot at least 400 mm deep is needed for a mature bulb. When displayed as a pot subject, it performs well when placed on a sunny patio. Grow the bulbs in a sandy, well-drained soil mixture. When planting B. haemanthoides bulbs, make sure that at least two thirds of the bulb is above ground level. Water the plant well once in late autumn, and wait for the leaves to appear. Thereafter, provide a good soaking once per month. As soon as the leaves start to turn yellow in late spring, withhold watering and keep the bulbs as dry as possible in summer.
In cultivation, flowering can be very erratic, and the main display feature of these plants lies in their ornamental leaf fans. Individual flowers are short-lived, lasting only a few days, and the flower head lasts no more than 7 days.
Some of the information in this description has been found at desert-tropicals.com, llifle.com and cactus-art.biz
| Bloom Season | Late summer/early fall |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Boophone haemanthoides |
| Dormancy | Summer |
| Family | Amaryllidaceae |
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Growth Habit | Fanlike shape |
| Mature Size | 1218 in. (3045 Cm) |
| Native Area | South africa |
- Reviews
- Questions
United StatesLeah seems like a ****
Man, I feel sorry for Leah. Anybody who spends their days being that vindictive over a plant obviously has some anger issues. She’s like, “ What?! My exotic, super finicky plant arrived on life support after being tossed around in a box for a week?!?”
United StatesBoophone haemanthoides
So glad that you asked. I am having problems. I put them in the sun. but didn’t water them. The smaller one lost most of the green color in its leaves. The other appears to be OK. Then I watered them a bit. (1/4 cup each). After a couple of days I moved them into a less sunny area. (A.M. sun only). From what I’ve read they will soon lose their leaves for this season And be dormant. How often should I be watering them now. I need some guidance. I live in Zone 14. Thanks, Paula Jaffe From: Planet Desert [mailto:reviews@stamped.io
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Plant arrived quickly and in good shape. I...
Plant arrived quickly and in good shape. It was very well packaged.
Came in excellent condition, would order f...
Came in excellent condition, would order from this shop again! Also came in three days!! Love my wishlist plant!
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(Pictures 3 and 4 are mature plants for reference only)
Boophone haemanthoides
Boophone haemanthoides is a striking plant for a large pot, and also makes a handsome feature planted in bold groups in rock garden pockets. It is important to note that the bulbs are highly sensitive to excess moisture during the winter growing period and require a completely dry summer period when they are dormant. The plants require high light intensity to grow well, preferring full sun for as much of the day as possible. A pot at least 400 mm deep is needed for a mature bulb. When displayed as a pot subject, it performs well when placed on a sunny patio. Grow the bulbs in a sandy, well-drained soil mixture. When planting B. haemanthoides bulbs, make sure that at least two thirds of the bulb is above ground level. Water the plant well once in late autumn, and wait for the leaves to appear. Thereafter, provide a good soaking once per month. As soon as the leaves start to turn yellow in late spring, withhold watering and keep the bulbs as dry as possible in summer.
In cultivation, flowering can be very erratic, and the main display feature of these plants lies in their ornamental leaf fans. Individual flowers are short-lived, lasting only a few days, and the flower head lasts no more than 7 days.
Some of the information in this description has been found at desert-tropicals.com, llifle.com and cactus-art.biz
| Bloom Season | Late summer/early fall |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Boophone haemanthoides |
| Dormancy | Summer |
| Family | Amaryllidaceae |
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Growth Habit | Fanlike shape |
| Mature Size | 1218 in. (3045 Cm) |
| Native Area | South africa |
- Reviews
- Questions
United StatesLeah seems like a ****
Man, I feel sorry for Leah. Anybody who spends their days being that vindictive over a plant obviously has some anger issues. She’s like, “ What?! My exotic, super finicky plant arrived on life support after being tossed around in a box for a week?!?”
United StatesBoophone haemanthoides
So glad that you asked. I am having problems. I put them in the sun. but didn’t water them. The smaller one lost most of the green color in its leaves. The other appears to be OK. Then I watered them a bit. (1/4 cup each). After a couple of days I moved them into a less sunny area. (A.M. sun only). From what I’ve read they will soon lose their leaves for this season And be dormant. How often should I be watering them now. I need some guidance. I live in Zone 14. Thanks, Paula Jaffe From: Planet Desert [mailto:reviews@stamped.io
This review has no content.
This review has no content.
Plant arrived quickly and in good shape. I...
Plant arrived quickly and in good shape. It was very well packaged.
Came in excellent condition, would order f...
Came in excellent condition, would order from this shop again! Also came in three days!! Love my wishlist plant!