Veltheimia bracteata

Also Known As

Veltheimia viridifolia
Forest Lily

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 12"
W: 24"

planting zones

9b-11

Veltheimia bracteata plant details

Veltheimia bracteata is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring and winter pink flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun and low water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Veltheimia bracteata

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 24 IN wide, 12 IN tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring and winter
Uses: summer dormant, winter interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Veltheimia bracteata

USDA Zones: 9b - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Forest Lily is considered a semi-deciduous winter growing bulb If allowed to go dormant during the summer months (ie. Not water) it will flush out agin in the fall and push those lush shiny leaves. It can be irrigated in a garden to keep it evergreen but be mindful of rotting it in heavy soils. The flowers form in late winter to Spring adding some POW to the shade garden.

By: Waltzing Matilija

Occurring naturally in the coastal forest at Natal - where it gets some Summer rainfall, “Forest Lily” makes quite the fashion statement! From late Winter to Spring, the densely held tubular flowers (Knifophia-like) rise on 1’ stems above the shiny, undulating foliage. The blooms, pink in full sun & greenish-pink in less light, are held upright when in bud & are pendulous when open. Each flower head lasts about a month. The flowers are pollinated by birds & so, will attract them. The fleshy bulb grows just below the surface soil, preferring to remain undisturbed & will gradually increase by division of its bulbs. Pest resistant and hardy to 30 °F!