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Bulb name & Description
Ammocharis coranica offers striking, ball-shaped flowers that bloom in summer. A true delight in the gardens of discerning flower lovers.
Common name
ground lily; Karoo lily
Family name
Amaryllidaceae
Level of Difficulty
Easy
Indigenous
Yes
Edible
No
Natural Habitat
Southern Africa, occurring from Angola to Zimbabwe and in all the Provinces of South Africa, including the Western Cape
Planting time
All year
Type
True bulb
Mature height
30cm
How to plant
Loosen soil to a depth of about 20cm. Plant in a full sun or semi-shade position, in well-draining soil and plant the bulbs just below the soil. Space them 50cm apart. Water once every 2 weeks and less in winter.
Flowering time
Early to mid-summer
Disclaimer
Very toxic. Not for consumption. Keep away from children and pets.
