Zephyranthes Carinata

Zephyranthes Carinata Care

Zephyranthes Carinata

Other names: Pink Rain Lily

What is the plant

Zephyranthes carinata, commonly known as the rosepink zephyr lily, is a perennial flowering plant native to Mexico, Colombia and Central America. Zephyranthes carinata has large bright pink flowers, around 10 cm (4 in), and green strap-like leaves. They are found naturally in moist, open areas, often near woodlands.

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Humidity

Normal

Lighting

Full Sun

Temperature

min -2°C

Hardiness zone

7 - 11

Difficulty

Medium

Hibernation

Cold Period

How to Care for the Plant

Water
Water regularly but with little amount of water during spring and summer; reduce watering until leaves turn yellow; do not water in winter. Fertilize with compost or manure at the time of planting the bulbs.
Fertilizer
Fertilize with compost or manure at the time of planting the bulbs.
Soil
Plant the small rain lily bulbs in well-draining soil during the fall season.

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Additional
Toxicity. Like other species of Zephyranthes, Z. carinata contain toxic alkaloids including pretazettine, carinatine, lycorine, galanthamine, and haemanthamine. If ingested, they can cause vomiting, convulsions, and death.
Popularity
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