Fritillaria hermonis is a captivating bulbous perennial, native to the mountains of Lebanon. It features nodding, bell-shaped flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full sun to partial shade
75% intensity
Prefers a sunny location for optimal flowering, but can tolerate light shade.
Moderate during growth, low when dormant
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings in spring. Reduce significantly after flowering.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Cool to moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in cool spring temperatures and requires a cool, dry dormancy period. Protect from extreme heat.
Low
25% intensity
Feed sparingly in early spring with a balanced, diluted liquid fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
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Unknown
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water Fritillaria hermonis thoroughly when the soil begins to dry out during its active growing season in spring. Reduce watering significantly as the foliage starts to yellow and die back in late spring or early summer.
Ensure excellent drainage to prevent bulb rot during the dormant period.
Remove spent flower stalks immediately after blooming to prevent seed formation and conserve the plant's energy for bulb development. Cut back yellowing or dying foliage in late spring or early summer, ensuring it has fully senesced to allow nutrients to return to the bulb.
Propagate Fritillaria hermonis primarily by sowing fresh seeds in autumn, which may take several years to flower. Offsets (bulblets) can be carefully separated from the parent bulb during repotting in late summer or early autumn and replanted immediately.
Repot Fritillaria hermonis every 2-3 years in late summer or early autumn, before new roots begin to form. Use a well-draining potting mix, such as a sandy loam or a cactus mix.
Ensure the pot provides ample space for the bulbs and has drainage holes.
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Liliales |
| Family | Liliaceae |
| Genus | Fritillaria |
| Species | Fritillaria hermonis |
Similar in genus Fritillaria
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