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Bowiea volubilis Seeds Common Name: Climbing Onion The Bowiea volubilis is an interesting plant (although not quite beautiful). The bulb is pale green and grows half buried in the soil. Each year it develops new branched stems that somewhat make it look like an elongated asparagus. There are no leaves except for a small quantity of scales that drop rapidly. Soon, a lot of greenish flowers are produced followed by seeds. Frost Tolerance: Keep above 50 F (10C) Heat Tolerance: Protect from heat in summer in Phoenix Sun Exposure: Light shade to full sun, keep bulb shaded Origin: South Africa, Zimbabwe, Malawi, Zambia, and Tanzania Growth Habits: Perennial bulb, The bulb can reach 10 inches (25 cm), the stem can reach 8 feet (2.5 m) Watering Needs: Stop gradually watering when the stalk dries out after blooming, in summer. Start watering when the stalk starts growing again in the fall. Poisonous Part Entire plant Symptoms Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, cramping, slow pulse. Contact with bulb can cause irritation of wet skin. Toxic Principle Cardiac glycosides. You are bidding on a packet containing 15 Seeds We will supply you with all the germination instructions. See lots more interesting, unusual & rare plant seeds by following the link below
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