Knysna Lily
Cyrtanthus obliquus
Umathaga
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Cyrtanthus obliquus is a very attractive evergreen species, with its large pendulous flowers and grey-green leaves. It would be a welcome addition to any water wise garden.
ZA Distribution: Eastern Cape, KwaZulu-Natal.
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Planning
Difficulty
Moderate
Flowering time
Summer
Special features
Pot plant
Environment
Light
Full Sun
Soil type
Sand, Clay
Soil PH preference
Acid, Neutral
Frost hardiness
Tender
Uses
Personality
Family
Amaryllidaceae
Flower colour
Green, Orange
Credits
Cyrtanthus obliquus
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by Lufuno Konanani, Kwazulu Natal National Botanical Garden, October 2009 (Copyright South African National Biodiversity Institute, South Africa)
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