Also known as Cuban Zephyr Lily · Fairy-Lily · Pink Rain Lilly
Cuban Zephyrlily (Zephyranthes rosea) is a charming, low-growing bulbous plant producing vibrant pink, crocus-like flowers after rain.
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
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce in dormancy.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Warm
75% intensity
Prefers temperatures between 20-26°C during the growing season. Can tolerate cooler temps in dormancy.
Low
25% intensity
Fertilize lightly during the growing season. Avoid over-fertilization.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water moderately when the soil surface feels dry, ensuring good drainage to prevent waterlogging. Reduce watering during dormancy in cooler months.
Allow the soil to dry out slightly between waterings, especially after flowering to encourage dormancy.
Deadhead spent flowers to encourage further blooming and prevent seed formation. After the foliage yellows and dies back, cut it to the ground to maintain a tidy appearance.
Remove any diseased or damaged leaves promptly.
Propagate by dividing the bulbs when they become crowded, typically in late summer or early autumn after dormancy. Replant divisions promptly into well-draining soil.
Seeds can be sown fresh in spring, but bulb division is more common.
Repot every 2-3 years or when the bulbs have filled the container. Do this in late summer or early autumn when the plant is dormant.
Use a well-draining potting mix and ensure the new pot is only slightly larger than the previous one.
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Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Photos of Cuban Zephyrlily (Zephyranthes rosea)
Where Cuban Zephyrlily (Zephyranthes rosea) 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 | Zephyranthes |
| Species | Zephyranthes rosea |
Similar in genus Zephyranthes
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