Water
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry during the growing season. Reduce watering significantly in late autumn and winter as the plant enters dormancy.
Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot, especially in containers.
Hesperantha baurii is a striking perennial herb native to South Africa, known for its bright pink to magenta flowers that bloom in late summer and autumn.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full sun to partial shade
75% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering.
Moderate during growth, low during dormancy
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate to warm
50% intensity
Prefers temperatures between 18-24°C during the day and cooler at night. Protect from frost.
Low
25% intensity
Feed sparingly with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry during the growing season. Reduce watering significantly in late autumn and winter as the plant enters dormancy.
Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot, especially in containers.
Remove spent flower stalks after blooming to encourage further flowering and prevent seed formation. In late autumn, after the foliage has died back naturally, trim away the dead leaves and stems to maintain a tidy appearance and prepare for dormancy.
Propagate by division of corms in late autumn or early spring, just before new growth begins. Corms can also be propagated from seed, sown in autumn or early spring in a well-draining seed-starting mix.
Germination can be slow.
Repot Hesperantha baurii every 2-3 years, or when the pot becomes overcrowded. The best time to repot is in early spring, before the onset of active growth.
Use a well-draining potting mix, such as a cactus or succulent blend, and ensure the new pot has drainage holes.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Asparagales |
| Family | Iridaceae |
| Genus | Hesperantha |
| Species | Hesperantha baurii |
Similar in genus Hesperantha
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