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Hippeastrum (Butterfly Group) 'Exotic Star'
Also Known As
- Exotic Star Amaryllis
Plant type
perennial, bulb / corm / tuber
size
- H: 24"
- W: 6"
planting zones
- 10a-11
Hippeastrum (Butterfly Group) 'Exotic Star' plant details
Hippeastrum (Butterfly Group) 'Exotic Star' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In fall red flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun and regular - occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Hippeastrum (Butterfly Group) 'Exotic Star'
- Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
- Plant family: amaryllidaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 0 - 6 IN - wide, 0 - 24 IN - tall
- Flowers: red blooms in fall
- Uses: container plant, houseplant, tropical-looking
GROWING CONDITIONS for Hippeastrum (Butterfly Group) 'Exotic Star'
- USDA Zones: 10a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular - occasional
- Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Edens Blooms
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How to Grow Hippeastrum (Butterfly Group) 'Exotic Star'
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- red
Flower Season
- fall
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Texture
- grassy
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Scientific Name: Hippeastrum 'Sunshine Superstar'
Plant Type
Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
8b-12
Size
Height: 2'-4'
Width: 1'-2'
- mostly sun - dappled shade
- regular
- dry when dormant
aka Hippeastrum advenum, Oxblood Lily
Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
6a-10b
Size
Height: 10"-15"
Width: 6"-12"
- sun - dappled shade
- regular - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
- dry when dormant
aka Naughty Lady Amaryllis
Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
7b-12
Size
Height: 18"-24"
Width: 12"-18"
- sun - dappled shade
- regular
- dry in winter
- dry when dormant
aka Hippeastrum striatifolium v. reticulata, Succulent Amaryllis
Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
9a-11
Size
Height: 10"-15"
Width: 6"-18"
- sun - mostly shade
- regular
aka Amaryllis x johnsonii, Hardy Amaryllis, St. Joseph's Lily
Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
8a-11
Size
Height: 18"-24"
Width: 12"-36"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - occasional
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