Water
Allow the soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce watering significantly during its dormant period in late summer or autumn. Overwatering can lead to bulb rot, so ensure excellent drainage.
Haemanthus carneus, the Lax Bloodlily, is a captivating bulbous perennial from South Africa, prized for its striking, umbels of pink-tinged white flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright
75% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect light, especially during the growing season. Can tolerate some direct morning sun.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry between waterings; reduce in dormancy.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Grows well in temperatures between 15-25°C. Protect from frost.
Low
25% intensity
Feed sparingly with diluted balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Allow the soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce watering significantly during its dormant period in late summer or autumn. Overwatering can lead to bulb rot, so ensure excellent drainage.
Remove spent flower stalks and any yellowing or dead foliage. This helps direct energy back into the bulb. Avoid pruning healthy green leaves, as they are essential for photosynthesis and nourishment.
Propagate by offsets (small bulbs that grow from the parent bulb) or by seed. Offsets can be separated during repotting. Seeds should be sown fresh and kept consistently moist and warm.
Repot every 2-3 years or when the bulb is crowded. Use a gritty, well-draining potting mix. Plant bulbs so that the upper part of the bulb is just at or slightly above the soil surface.
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Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Where Lax Bloodlily (Haemanthus carneus) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Asparagales |
| Family | Amaryllidaceae |
| Genus | Haemanthus |
| Species | Haemanthus carneus |
Similar in genus Haemanthus
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