The genus Hippeastrum encompasses 75 species; they are referred to as Amaryllis. Most are from tropical South America and are hybrids.A beautiful exotic perennial bulbous plant; growing all year around in the (sub)-tropics, indoors and in the glass house.It produces 3 to 6 glossy strap-like leaves.The blooms come from two on a stem; it last 4 - 7 days; the flowers are trumpet shaped.The Barbados lily is attractive to bees and butterflies; the flowers are fragrant.The bulb has medicinal properties and is used against asthma, bronchitis, constipation and respiratory diseases. It contains the phytochemicals Galanthamine and Lycorine.In India, fresh bulbs are used for the healing of wounds; against tumors and piles.
Barbados Lily Care
Hippeastrum Striatum
What is the plant
humidity
Dry
lighting
Part sun and part shade
temperature
min 4°C
hardiness zone
8 - 11
difficulty
Medium
hibernation
Warm Period
How to Care for the Plant
Water
Water sparingly until the new leaves develop and then start watering regularly. Do not let the compost dry out, but avoid excess water collecting in the saucer
Fertilizer
Use a slow-release fertilizer when planting the bulb. Use a bulb fertilizer every two to three weeks during the flower's growth period in the spring.
Sunlight
It needs full sun to 30%
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Soil
It needs well drained, sandy loose soil.
Temperature
USDA zone 8 - 11 protect from low temperature
Additional
The bulb contains alkaloids, including lycorine. It is toxic, especially if eaten in large quantities, causing nausea, vomiting, salivation and possibly diarrhoea
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