Lachenalia viridiflora, the Azure Viooltjie, is a striking South African bulbous perennial with vibrant, bell-shaped, greenish-blue flowers that bloom in winter.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, indirect light
75% intensity
Prefers sunny conditions but protect from intense afternoon sun, especially in hotter climates.
Moderate during growth, dry during dormancy
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings; avoid waterlogging.
Well-drained, sandy, loamy
50% intensity
Cool to moderate
50% intensity
Prefers temperatures between 15-25°C during the growing season and cooler (around 10°C) for dormancy.
Moderate during growth
50% intensity
Use a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength every 4-6 weeks in 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 moderately during the growing season (autumn through spring), allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering significantly during the dormant summer period to prevent root rot.
Ensure good drainage to avoid waterlogging.
Prune after flowering by removing spent flower stalks to tidy the plant and prevent seed production. Remove any dead or damaged foliage as it appears to maintain plant health and aesthetics.
No significant structural pruning is usually required.
Propagate by offsets or bulblets, which can be carefully separated from the parent bulb during repotting in late summer or early autumn. Sow seeds in autumn if available, though this is a slower method.
Repot every 2-3 years, ideally in late summer or early autumn before new growth begins. Use a well-draining potting mix, such as a cactus or succulent mix with added perlite.
Ensure the bulbs are planted at the correct depth.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Azure Viooltjie (Lachenalia viridiflora)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Asparagales |
| Family | Asparagaceae |
| Genus | Lachenalia |
| Species | Lachenalia viridiflora |
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