Alstroemeria caryophyllaea
Also Known As
- Alstroemeria caryophyllacea
- Brazilian Lily
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 12"-14"
- W: 12"-24"
planting zones
- 10a-12
Alstroemeria caryophyllaea plant details
Alstroemeria caryophyllaea is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer red and white flowers emerge. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular - occasional water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Alstroemeria caryophyllaea
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: alstroemeriaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 12 IN - 14 IN - tall
- Flowers: red and white blooms in fall and summer
- Uses: container plant, fragrant, houseplant, tropical-looking, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Alstroemeria caryophyllaea
- USDA Zones: 10a - 12
- Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
- Watering frequency: regular - occasional
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Gardening facts about Alstroemeria caryophyllaea plant
How to Grow Alstroemeria caryophyllaea
Sun Exposure
- sun - dappled shade
Water Needs
- regular - occasional
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
- red
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- summer
- fall
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Landscape groups by tags
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Zones
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Size
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- sun - mostly sun
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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- sun - dappled shade
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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