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Crinum: Crinum asiaticum

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female silver maple flowers

Family: Amaryllidaceae

Above: flower buds, below: blooming in a greenhouse Use: houseplant, conservatory
hellebore and spring meadow saffron under bench

Plant: Large evergreen bulb

Origin: Sub-tropical Asia

Zone
: 8 - 11

Flowers
: Umbel of star like blossoms with thin petals on 2'-4' stalk.

Foliage: Strap-like leaves to 6' in ideal conditions. Burgundy color in full sun. Attractive foliage plant year round

Culture
: Moist, rich soil. Sunny location encourages quick growth and profuse flowering. Plants will tolerate deep shade but rarely bloom. Spectacular landscape plant in Tampa, Florida. More info



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