Also known as Dragon's Blood · Walking Iris · Wild Scallion
Martinique Trimezia (Trimezia martinicensis) is a striking evergreen perennial with iris-like yellow flowers, native to the Caribbean and South America. It thrives in war
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, indirect sunlight
75% intensity
Prefers dappled shade or morning sun. Avoid intense, direct afternoon sun.
Regular watering during growth, reduced in dormancy
50% intensity
Allow topsoil to dry between waterings in the growing season. Keep drier in winter.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Average room temperatures
50% intensity
Ideal temperatures range from 18-25°C (65-77°F). Protect from frost.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Moderate feeding during growing season
50% intensity
Use a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength every 4-6 weeks in spring and summer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
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Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Keep the soil consistently moist during the growing season, allowing the top inch to dry out between waterings.
Reduce watering significantly in winter to prevent root rot, providing just enough to keep the rhizomes from shriveling. Ensure good drainage to avoid waterlogged conditions.
Remove spent flower stalks and any yellow or dead foliage as needed to maintain a tidy appearance and encourage new growth. Pruning is generally minimal and focused on plant health and aesthetics.
Cut back foliage in late autumn if it has died back.
Propagate Trimezia martinicensis primarily by dividing the rhizomes in spring. Carefully separate the offsets with at least one active growing point and plant them in well-draining potting mix.
Alternatively, seeds can be sown in spring, but division is more common.
Repot your Martinique Trimezia every 2-3 years, or when the rhizomes become crowded in their pot. Spring is the ideal time for repotting, after the plant has finished flowering.
Use a well-draining potting mix and a pot that allows for adequate root space.
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Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Where Martinique Trimezia (Trimezia martinicensis) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Asparagales |
| Family | Iridaceae |
| Genus | Trimezia |
| Species | Trimezia martinicensis |
Similar in genus Trimezia
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