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Gloriosa modesta

Also Known As

  • Littonia modesta
  • Butter Lily
  • Climbing Lily

Plant type

vine, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 4'-6'
  • W: 1'-2'

planting zones

  • 10a-11

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Gloriosa modesta plant details

Gloriosa modesta is a broadleaf deciduous bulb / corm / tuber or vine with green foliage. In summer orange flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Gloriosa modesta

Plant type: bulb / corm / tuber or vine
Plant family: colchicaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: orange blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Gloriosa modesta

USDA Zones: 10a - 11
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Gardening facts about Gloriosa modesta plant

How to Grow Gloriosa modesta

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • orange
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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