Hippeastrum | |
"Amaryllis" | |
LHBC 605 | |
Family: Amaryllidaceae | |
Native to: Neotropics. Many species found in seasonally dry habitats. | |
Some species used as traditional medicines and poisons. Hippeastrum hybrids have recently become popular indoor ornamentals for their showy flowers. | |
Horticultural notes: Can be grown in ground in warmer climates. Not forst tolerant. Reduce water when bulb is not in active growth. |