Please note this species is dormant in winter, and may not have leaves if purchased during the cooler months of the year.
Plants for sale are not in flower. The flower photo is an example only.
Where it grows
Cyrtanthus spiralis is indigenous to South Africa, specifically to the Eastern Cape province in Algoa Bay.
Special features
This bulb species has an intriguing, spiraling leaf shape. The more sun the plant receives, the more pronounced the spiraling effect. Cyrtanthus spiralis produce offsets by division, but very slowly. This species produces hanging red flowers in late summer.
Care Guide
Give these bulbs plenty of light during the growing season. Generally, 40% shade cloth should be sufficient, and they can be adjusted to full sun. A mix of coco peat and perlite is ideal, as the bulbs are quite sensitive to overwatering. It is very important to only water these plants in spring and summer when they have leaves, as they are dormant in winter. During dormancy, they are extremely prone to rotting if watered.
Growing season
Spring and summer.
Propagation
Offsets and seeds.