Water
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid overwatering, especially during dormancy, as this can lead to bulb rot. Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogged conditions.
Safety note: This plant may be toxic to humans and pets. See toxicity details.
Hippeastrum cybister is an elegant species of Amaryllis, known for its slender, spider-like flowers in shades of red, pink, and white, often with green or yellow centers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
High
75% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect sunlight. Can tolerate some direct sun, especially in the morning.
Moderate
50% intensity
Water when topsoil is dry, reduce in dormancy.
Well-draining, sandy loam
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Ideal growing temperatures are between 18-24°C. Cooler temperatures (around 10-13°C) are beneficial for dormancy.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed during active growth, cease before dormancy.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | Yes 3/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | Yes 3/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Bulbs contain toxic alkaloids.
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. Avoid overwatering, especially during dormancy, as this can lead to bulb rot. Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogged conditions.
Remove spent flower stalks at the base to encourage more blooms and prevent seed formation. Cut back yellowing or dead foliage in autumn to prepare the bulb for its dormancy period. Clean cuts prevent disease entry.
Amaryllis bulbs can be propagated by offsets or bulbils. Carefully separate small bulblets from the mother bulb during repotting. These can be potted individually and may take several years to reach flowering size.
Repot every 2-3 years or when the bulb becomes crowded. Choose a pot only slightly larger than the bulb, ensuring good drainage. Plant the bulb so that the top third to half of it remains exposed above the soil line.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Hippeastrum Cybister (Hippeastrum cybister)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Asparagales |
| Family | Amaryllidaceae |
| Genus | Hippeastrum |
| Species | Hippeastrum cybister |
Similar in genus Hippeastrum
Answers based on plant encyclopedia data
