Hippeastrum reginae

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Amaryllis

Taxonomy

  • Kingdom: Plantae
  • Clade: Angiosperms
  • Clade: Monocots
  • Order: Asparagales
  • Family: Amaryllidaceae
  • Genus: Hippeastrum
  • Species: Hippeastrum reginae

Common Names by Region

  • United States: Queen Amaryllis
  • United Kingdom: Royal Amaryllis
  • South Africa: Reginae Lily
  • Australia: Christmas Amaryllis
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Description

  • Bulb: Large, fleshy, and often reddish.
  • Leaves: Strap-shaped, green, and typically 30-50 cm long.
  • Flowers: Large, trumpet-shaped, and usually red with a white center, though colors can vary. Each flower stalk can produce multiple blooms.
  • Height: Flower stalks typically reach 30-60 cm.
  • Blooming Period: Typically in late winter to early spring.

Known Range

  • Native Range: Likely South America, specifically Brazil.
  • Cultivated Range: Widely grown in tropical and subtropical regions around the world, including parts of North America, Europe, Africa, and Australia.

Care Requirements

  • Light: Prefers bright, indirect sunlight. Can tolerate direct sunlight for part of the day.
  • Watering: Keep soil moist during the growing season (spring and summer). Reduce watering in the fall and keep almost dry during the dormancy period (winter).
  • Soil: Well-draining potting mix, ideally a combination of loam, sand, and compost.
  • Temperature: Thrives in temperatures between 15-25°C (59-77°F). Protect from frost.
  • Fertilizer: Apply a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer every 2-3 weeks during the growing season.
  • Propagation: Typically propagated by division of offsets (bulblets) from the parent bulb.
  • Pests/Diseases: Susceptible to aphids, spider mites, and fungal diseases. Ensure good air circulation and avoid overwatering to prevent issues.

Additional Notes

  • Dormancy: After blooming, the plant enters a dormancy period where leaves die back. This is a normal part of its life cycle.
  • Repotting: Repot every 2-3 years or when the bulb outgrows its pot. Ensure the bulb’s top third is above the soil surface.
  • Flowering Cycle: To encourage annual blooming, mimic the natural seasonal changes by adjusting light, temperature, and watering according to the plant’s cycle.

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