Gloriosa rotschildiana - flower bulb 20/22

Description
The Glory lily 'Rothschildiana' (Gloriosa superba) is a yellow-red flowering plant with lanceolate, glossy leaves. Its spider-like flowers appear from June to August. This climbing plant thrives best in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Gloriosa rothschildiana.

leaves
The leaves of Glory lily 'Rothschildiana' are glossy, lanceolate.

Spread
Uganda to East Africa.

Growth
Climbing.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Location
Optimum ambient temperature: 20 to 25°C Ambient temperature during the dormant period: 15 to 17°C Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Prefers a loose, nutrient-rich substrate.

Tasks
- Fertilising during the growth phase: monthly from mid-April to the end of August - Sowing in trays or seed trays: In the period from February to April.

Care
High water permeability of the substrate is extremely important: waterlogging and standing water in the pot inevitably lead to rotting.

Flower
The yellow-red, spider-like flowers appear from June to August. They grow to about 10 - 15 cm in size.

Use
Room