Overview
Alstroemeria aurantiaca is a plant with a clump forming habit in the genus Alstroemeria, part of the Alstroemeriaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Alstroemeria aurantiaca grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, city and courtyard gardens, patio and container plants, wildlife gardens, cut flowers, flower borders and beds and underplanting of roses and shrubs.
About
Alstroemeria aurea is a species of flowering plant in the family Alstroemeriaceae, native to Chile and Argentina, but naturalised in Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom. It is also widely cultivated as an ornamental.
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About the genus
Alstroemeria, commonly called the Peruvian lily or lily of the Incas, is a genus of flowering plants in the family Alstroemeriaceae. They are all native to South America, although some have become naturalized in the United States, Mexico, Australia, New Zealand, Madeira and the Canary Islands. Almost all of the species are restricted to one of two distinct centers of diversity: one in central Chile and southern Argentina, the other in eastern Brazil.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Alstroemeria
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Alstroemeria aurantiaca size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, City and courtyard gardens, Patio and container plants, Wildlife gardens, Cut flowers, Flower borders and beds, Underplanting of roses and shrubs
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Alstroemeria aurantiaca
- Propagation
- Division in autumn or very early spring
- Pest resistance
- Susceptible to slugs
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free but may be susceptible to a virus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Alstroemeria aurantiaca?
Alstroemeria aurantiaca prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Alstroemeria aurantiaca need?
Alstroemeria aurantiaca grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Alstroemeria aurantiaca hardy in the UK?
Alstroemeria aurantiaca has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Alstroemeria aurantiaca?
Division in autumn or very early spring.