Bulbine latifolia

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 1'
W: 2'

planting zones

9b-11

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Bulbine latifolia plant details

Bulbine latifolia is a deciduous cactus / succulent with green foliage. In spring and winter yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Bulbine latifolia

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: asphodelaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 2 FT wide, 1 FT tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring and winter
Uses: fragrant, medicinal, rosette-forming, winter interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Bulbine latifolia

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Bulbine latifolia makes a pretty rosette that resembles a smooth, thorn-less Aloe. The foliage is a nice apple green. In late winter through early Spring it produced stalks of fragrant, yellow flowers. The rosette grows to be about 1’ tall & 2’ wide. It looks great planted in mass, or makes an excellent accent. Native to South Africa, it likes well-drained soil, but responds well to a top-dressing of compost. The name “Rooiwortel” means red root (they have a reddish cast to them) & are actually used medicinally to stop vomiting. Good to know. Plus the leaf stems can be snapped & used like aloe vera on burns.