Wurmbea stricta

Also Known As

Onixotis stricta
Rice Flower

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber, aquatic

size

H: 10"-12"
W: 12"

planting zones

9a-10b

Wurmbea stricta plant details

Wurmbea stricta is a broadleaf deciduous perennial aquatic bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring and summer pink and white flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun and standing water - high water. Does well in clay soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Wurmbea stricta

Plant type: perennial aquatic bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: colchicaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 10 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: pink and white blooms in spring and summer
Uses: bog garden, container plant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Wurmbea stricta

USDA Zones: 9a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: standing water - high
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: clay

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This is a pretty bulb from South Africa. It has spikes of pale pink to white flowers with cherry red centers. The foliage is about 10-12” tall and rush-like, which seems appropriate since this bulb likes soggy areas. You can grow it along the edge of a pond or if you grow it in a pot put a saucer of water under it.