Romulea monodelpha

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 6"
W: 6"

planting zones

9a-11

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Romulea monodelpha plant details

Romulea monodelpha is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring pink and red flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry when dormant. Does well in gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Romulea monodelpha

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 IN wide, 6 IN tall
Flowers: pink and red blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, rock garden, tropical-looking, unique

GROWING CONDITIONS for Romulea monodelpha

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: gritty, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This striking South African bulb has lovely pink-red cup shaped petals with dramatic black & white markings on the inside. Growing only 6” or less tall, this is a great candidate for growing in a pot for up-close viewing of the large flowers. Being a South African bulb, this one will need to go dormant in the summer, & water should be withheld. Having them in a pot also allows you to put them away when dormant & bring the pot back out when the rains begin again. Blooms in early spring. Grassy foliage with surprisingly large flowers.