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Hippeastrum Papilio - Amaryllis

Hippeastrum Papilio
Amaryllis, Knight's-star-lily

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Neither of the two bulbs has flowered... Very disappointed...

Annette, 01/03/2023

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Our favourite Hippeastrum with tender green flowers striated with burgundy red, size 36+
Flower size
16 cm
Height at maturity
50 cm
Spread at maturity
20 cm
Exposure
Sun
Hardiness
Hardy down to -1°C
Soil moisture
Moist soil
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Best planting time September to November
Recommended planting time January to April, October to December
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Description

Amaryllis Papilio is a beautiful indoor bulbous plant, originating from Brazil, with very unique flowers in a pale green colour striated with burgundy red.

The flowers of this Butterfly Amaryllis are simple in trumpet shape and the petals are tapered in a pale green colour with burgundy red streaks.

On the top of each stem of this Orchid Amaryllis, you can find up to 4-5 clustered flowers. The shape of the flowers resembles that of some lilies.

The Amaryllis bulbs bloom approximately 6 to 8 weeks after planting, depending on the ambient temperature.

The green foliage consists of long, narrow leaves.

Keep the pot in a well-lit, warm location if you want to accelerate the flowering, cool at 10°C (50°F) to slow it down. Adding fertiliser is unnecessary before flowering, but necessary afterwards to replenish the bulb's reserves.

The size 36+ is important for the bulb's reserve and provides exceptional flowering.

Plant habit

Height at maturity 50 cm
Spread at maturity 20 cm
Growth rate normal

Flowering

Flower colour multicoloured
Flowering time January to May, November to December
Flower size 16 cm
Good for cut flowers Cut flower blooms

Foliage

Foliage persistence Deciduous
Foliage colour dark green

Botanical data

Genus

Hippeastrum

Cultivar

Papilio

Family

Amaryllidaceae

Other common names

Amaryllis, Knight's-star-lily

Origin

Cultivar or hybrid

Product reference569681

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Planting and care

How to plant my Amaryllis? You can plant Amaryllis bulbs from October to the end of April.  Choose a pot that is not too big,1-2cm (1in) larger than the size of the bulb. Place a layer of drainage at the bottom. Mix half potting compost, half garden soil. Only bury the bulb halfway. Place the pot in a warm and bright location. Water sparingly until the stem appears. Then water daily. 6 to 8 weeks later, your bulbs will flower. Our advice: if you choose multiple bulbs, plant them with a two-week interval to enjoy the beauty of Amaryllis all winter.

How to make my Amaryllis flower again? After flowering, remove the faded flowers and let the leaves develop. Continue to water regularly and give them indoor plant fertiliser every 15 days. This is when the bulb replenishes itself to prepare for next year's flowers. After 4 to 6 months, forget about your potted plants, let them rest for about 3 months in a sheltered place. You can then remove the faded leaves, repot in fresh soil, and start a new growing cycle.

Planting period

Best planting time September to November
Recommended planting time January to April, October to December

Intended location

Type of use Container
Hardiness Hardy down to -1°C (USDA zone 10a) Show map
Ease of cultivation Beginner
Exposure Sun
Soil pH Neutral, Any
Soil moisture Moist soil

Care

Soil moisture Moist soil
Disease resistance Very good
Overwinter Needs to be stored
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