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Hippeastrum (Spider Group) 'Lima'

Also Known As

  • Amaryllis cybister 'Lima'®
  • Lima® Amaryllis

Plant type

bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 18"-24"
  • W: 6"-24"

planting zones

  • 1-12

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Hippeastrum (Spider Group) 'Lima' plant details

Hippeastrum (Spider Group) 'Lima' is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In fall and winter green and purple flowers emerge. Grows well with bright shade and high - regular water. Prefers to be dry when dormant. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hippeastrum (Spider Group) 'Lima'

Plant type: bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: amaryllidaceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 6 IN - 24 IN - wide, 18 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: green and purple blooms in fall and winter
Uses: houseplant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hippeastrum (Spider Group) 'Lima'

USDA Zones: 1 - 12
Sun exposure: bright shade
Watering frequency: high - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The graceful and whispy Cybister Amaryllis were developed from species found in Bolivia and other South American countries. These truly unique flowers are only newly available. Buy at these great prices while you still can! Large 20-24 cm bulbs can produce 1-3 flowering stems.

Gardening facts about Hippeastrum (Spider Group) 'Lima' plant

How to Grow Hippeastrum (Spider Group) 'Lima'

  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade
  • Water Needs

    • high - regular
  • Water Needs

    • dry when dormant
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • green
    • purple
  • Flower Season

    • fall
    • winter
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
    • semi-evergreen

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

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Zones

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Zones

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Zones

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Plant Type

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Zones

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