Water
Water regularly during the active growing season (autumn through spring), allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Reduce watering drastically during summer dormancy, keeping the bulbs dry.
Also known as Crown Polyxena
Lachenalia ensifolia is a bulbous perennial from South Africa, known for its striking tubular flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, indirect light is ideal.
100% intensity
Some morning sun is tolerated.
Water when soil is dry during growth, keep dry during dormancy.
100% intensity
Reduce watering significantly in summer.
Requires a well-draining potting mix, such as a cactus or succulent blend, with added grit or perlite to ensure excellent drainage.
50% intensity
Prefers cool to moderate temperatures during growth.
100% intensity
Protect from frost.
Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse
50% intensity
Feed during the growing season with diluted liquid fertilizer.
100% intensity
Cease feeding during dormancy.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly during the active growing season (autumn through spring), allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Reduce watering drastically during summer dormancy, keeping the bulbs dry.
Remove spent flower stalks to encourage further blooming and maintain a tidy appearance. Trim any dead or yellowing leaves as they appear. No major pruning is typically required.
Easily propagated from offsets (bulblets) removed during repotting, or from fresh seeds sown in autumn. Seeds may require a period of cold stratification.
Repot every 2-3 years in early autumn, just as new growth begins. Use a fresh, well-draining potting mix. Divide overcrowded bulbs at this time.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Lachenalia Ensifolia (Lachenalia ensifolia)
Where Lachenalia Ensifolia (Lachenalia ensifolia) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Asparagales |
| Family | Asparagaceae |
| Genus | Lachenalia |
| Species | Lachenalia ensifolia |
Similar in genus Lachenalia
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