Plant: bulbous perennial

Origin: southern Africa

Zone: 8 - 11

Flowers: large fragrant pink flowers sprout from bulb without leaves

Foliage: straplike leaves appear in early winter and last through spring.

Culture: full sun in well drained soil. Drought tolerant. Does not want supplemental watering during summer dormancy. Container culture diifficult in cold climates because of high light requirements in winter.