Haemanthus is a Southern African genus of flowering plants in the family Amaryllidaceae, subfamily Amaryllidoideae. [1] . Members of the genus are known as blood lily and paintbrush lily. There are some 22 known species, native to South Africa, Botswana, Namibia, Lesotho and …

Jan 13, 2023 · Haemanthus pumilio Jacq. has a small umbel of white flowers, and zebra-striped leaves. It is endangered, growing in only a few seasonally wet sites, the largest colony being at the Duthie Reserve at the University of Stellenbosch.

Discover the vibrant beauty of Blood Lily (Haemanthus) with our care guide. Learn how to grow this striking, low-maintenance plant.

Haemanthus flowers appear in shades of red to pink or rarely white. They are small and clustered together in a compact or spreading umbel-like head, which is held aloft on a thick, fleshy stem known as a scape.

May 7, 2024 · Haemanthus is a genus in the Amaryllidaceae family confined to South Africa and Namibia. The 22 currently known Haemanthus species are characteristically fleshy, often hairy plants, well known for their compact, brush-like inflorescences.

Aug 23, 2022 · The common name "blood lily" is sometimes used for a variety of species, but this name most frequently refers to Scadoxus multiflorus, formerly known as Haemanthus multiflorus. This unique plant produces large, spherical flower heads that look like red fireworks or fireballs.

Jul 27, 2023 · Haemanthus albiflos is a bulbous plant that belongs to the Amaryllidaceae family. It is native to southern Africa and has a coastal distribution. The plant is found in the Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal provinces of South Africa, as well as in the Southern Cape region.

Nov 29, 2024 · The genus Haemanthus, belonging to the Amaryllidaceae family, is a fascinating group of bulbous flowering plants native to southern Africa. Known for their striking blooms and lush foliage, Haemanthus species are highly sought after by plant collectors and gardeners alike.

Haemanthus and Scadoxus have striking flower heads that can resemble a shaving brush and vary in colour from red through pink to white. These South African bulbs thrive on a sunny windowsill and are trouble free to grow.

One of the surprises of late summer, with flowerheads like bright shaving brushes popping up from underground bulbs, is Haemanthus coccineus, which has a large number of variations and is one of 11 species of Haemanthus.