Also known as Wild Crocus · Yellow Fire Lily
Cyrtanthus breviflorus, the Yellow Firelily, is a charming South African native bulb producing vibrant yellow, trumpet-shaped flowers in late summer to autumn.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Prefers bright, direct sunlight for best flowering, but can tolerate some partial shade.
Moderate with periods of reduced watering
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings during growth; keep drier during dormancy.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate to Warm
50% intensity
Ideal temperatures range from 18-24°C during the growing season, cooler temperatures (10-15°C) are suitable for dormancy.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Moderate feeding during growth
50% intensity
Use a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength during active growth; cease in 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 |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water moderately during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Reduce watering significantly during dormancy, keeping the bulbs just moist to prevent complete desiccation.
Avoid waterlogged conditions, which can lead to bulb rot.
Remove spent flower stalks after blooming to prevent seed formation and direct energy back into bulb development. Dead or yellowing foliage can be tidied up as needed, but it's best to leave it until it naturally senesces to aid the bulb's nourishment.
Propagate by offsets or bulbils produced by the parent plant. Separate these carefully during repotting when the plant is dormant.
Alternatively, seeds can be sown in well-draining compost, but this method is slower and less common for home gardeners.
Repot every 2-3 years, preferably in early autumn before new growth begins. Use a well-draining soil mix, such as a combination of loam, sand, and compost.
Ensure the pot has adequate drainage holes to prevent moisture accumulation around the bulbs.
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Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Yellow Firelily (Cyrtanthus breviflorus)
Where Yellow Firelily (Cyrtanthus breviflorus) 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 | Cyrtanthus |
| Species | Cyrtanthus breviflorus |
Similar in genus Cyrtanthus
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