Overview

Clivia caulescens pink-flowered is a clump forming conservatory greenhouse in the genus Clivia, part of the Amaryllidaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Clivia caulescens pink-flowered grows best in partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1c. Suggested uses include houseplants and conservatory and greenhouse.

About

Clivia caulescens pink-flowered is an evergreen perennial cultivar of the Clivia genus, known for its clump-forming habit and strap-like leaves clustered around a bulbous base. This cultivar produces prominent pink trumpet-shaped flowers in spring, emerging in an umbel atop a sturdy, upright stem. Suited to partial shade and sheltered conditions, it thrives in well-drained, neutral loam soil. Ideal for houseplants or conservatories, it requires protection in the UK (H1c hardiness) and can be propagated by seed or division.

About the genus

Clivia is a genus of monocot flowering plants native to southern Africa. They are from the family Amaryllidaceae, subfamily Amaryllidoideae. Common names are Natal lily or bush lily.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Clivia

Sunlight

Partial shade

Soil type

Loam

Soil pH

Neutral

Soil moisture

Well-drained

Aspect

North-facing, East-facing, West-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

UK hardiness

H1c

Plant details

Clivia caulescens pink-flowered size, habit and characteristics

Plant type

Conservatory Greenhouse, Houseplants

Habit

Clump forming

Foliage

Evergreen

Suggested uses

Houseplants, Conservatory and greenhouse

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Clivia caulescens pink-flowered

Propagation

Seed, Division

Pest resistance

Mealybugs

Disease resistance

Generally disease-free

Frequently asked questions