Ammocharis nerinoides Namibia (3 yr 2023)
Ammocharis nerinoides is a rare amaryllis relative endemic to Namibia with extremely fragrant white and pink flowers.
Description:
Ammocharis nerinoides is a rare amaryllis relative that is endemic to the Gobabis and Etoshapan Districts of Namibia. It is a desert bulb that grows in seasonally flooded river beds. It has narrow, strap-like leaves up to 16 inches long and beautiful white and pink flowers with dark pink ribs on the reverses that number up to seven per umbel. The flowers are extremely fragrant and bloom in summer. Keep completely dry in winter. Plant with the top of the neck at soil level. This is a non-hardy bulb that can be grown as a houseplant or in a heated greenhouse or sunroom. It's perfect for those interested in bulbs and houseplants and for succulent lovers looking to branch out. Our bulbs are 3 years old as of 2023 and can reach adult blooming size as early as 4 years old.
Common Name: Ammocharis - [Spring B&B Pre-Order]
Family: Amaryllidaceae (The Amaryllis Family)
Zone Hardiness: 10-12
Light: Full Sun
Height: 4-8"
Width: 12-24"
Primary Bloom Colour: Pink
Secondary Bloom Colour: White/Cream
Class: Deciduous
Type: Tender
Bloom Time: Summer
Soil Moisture: Dry
Stem Colour:
Fragrance: Yes
Berries:
Benefits:
Deer Resistant: Unknown
BC Native: No
Native Habitat: Seasonally flooded riverbeds in desert regions of Namibia.
Award: AGM
Geogrpahical Origin: Europe and Africa - Southern Africa and Madagascar
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