Aztec Lily
Sprekelia formosissima
Also known as
Jacobean Lily, Mexican Fire Lily, Orchid Lily, St James Lily, St James's Cross Lily
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Full Sun
Moderate watering
Tender
H1c
RHS hardiness
5°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
|---|---|---|
50cm | Max | 10cm |
10cm | Min |
Flowering
spring
summer
autumn
winter
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Aztec Lily Overview
Sprekelia formosissima is a bulbous flowering perennial in the Amaryllis family, from Central America. It is commonly cultivated as a houseplant and known by a range of common names including Aztec lily and St James lily. They produce tall spikes of solitary, red orchid-like flowers measuring 12cm across. Typical growing height is around 35cm high. These are held above glossy, narrow, strap-like leaves. In warmer climates, they can be grown outside.
Special features of Aztec Lily
Attractive flowers
Other uses of Aztec Lily
Rock garden, container, indoors, greenhouse, walls
