Chilean lily (Zephyranthes advena) is a small, bulbous perennial native to Chile, known for its delicate, star-shaped white to pinkish flowers that emerge after rain.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
High
75% intensity
Prefers full sun for best flowering, but tolerates partial shade.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings; reduce in winter.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers warm temperatures during growth, cooler during dormancy.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed monthly during growth with diluted balanced fertilizer.
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 generously during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering significantly during the dormant period in winter. Ensure good drainage to prevent bulb rot.
Overwatering is a common cause of failure.
Remove spent flower stalks and yellowing foliage as it appears to maintain a tidy appearance and prevent disease. After flowering, allow the foliage to die back naturally before cutting it off to nourish the bulb.
No major pruning is typically required.
Propagate by offsets removed during repotting. Gently separate the small bulbs from the mother bulb and plant them individually. They may take a year or two to reach flowering size.
Seed propagation is also possible but slower.
Repot every 2-3 years or when the bulbs become crowded. Do this during the dormant season, typically in late autumn or early winter. Use a well-draining potting mix.
Ensure bulbs are planted at the correct depth, just below the soil surface.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Chilean Lilly (Zephyranthes advena)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Asparagales |
| Family | Amaryllidaceae |
| Genus | Zephyranthes |
| Species | Zephyranthes advena |
Similar in genus Zephyranthes
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