Overview
Bomarea crassifolia is a climbing climber wall shrub in the genus Bomarea, part of the Alstroemeriaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Bomarea crassifolia grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H3. Suggested uses include climber and wall shrubs and sub-tropical.
About
Bomarea crassifolia is a cultivar of the Bomarea genus, which comprises tuberous, deciduous climbing perennials with simple, lanceolate leaves. This plant produces tubular or narrowly bell-shaped flowers arranged in terminal umbels or racemes. It thrives in full sun on south- or west-facing, sheltered aspects, preferring moist but well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H3, it is suitable for use as a climber on walls or in sub-tropical garden settings. Cultivation benefits from fertile soil with roots kept in shade, and propagation can be achieved by seed or division.
About the genus
Bomarea is one of the two major genera in the plant family Alstroemeriaceae. Most occur in the Andes, but some occur well into Central America, Mexico and the West Indies. Some species are grown as ornamental plants.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Bomarea
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H3
Plant details
Bomarea crassifolia size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Climber Wall Shrub, Conservatory Greenhouse
- Habit
- Climbing
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Climber and wall shrubs, Sub-tropical
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Bomarea crassifolia
- Propagation
- Seed, Division
- Pest resistance
- Glasshouse red spider mite, Glasshouse whitefly, Aphids
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Bomarea crassifolia?
Bomarea crassifolia prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Bomarea crassifolia need?
Bomarea crassifolia grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Bomarea crassifolia hardy in the UK?
Bomarea crassifolia has an RHS hardiness rating of H3, meaning it is half-hardy, tolerating -5 to 1°C, and may need winter protection in colder areas.
How do I propagate Bomarea crassifolia?
Seed, Division.