Overview
Crinum asiaticum is a clump-forming bulbs in the genus Crinum, part of the Amaryllidaceae family, with linear, strap-shaped foliage. Crinum asiaticum grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include specimen plant and border.
About
Crinum asiaticum, commonly known as Asiatic poison bulb, is a clump-forming bulbous perennial from the Amaryllidaceae family. It features linear, strap-shaped foliage and produces clusters of aromatic, funnel-shaped blooms that rise prominently above the leaves. This cultivar thrives in full sun with a south-facing, sheltered aspect, preferring well-drained, neutral loam soil. Hardy to UK zone H4, it is suitable as a specimen plant or in borders, particularly in conservatories or greenhouses. It is best planted at the appropriate depth and can be propagated by offsets or seeds, with winter being its season of interest.
About the genus
Crinum is a genus of about 180 species of perennial plants that have large showy flowers on leafless stems, and develop from bulbs. They are found in seasonally moist areas, including marshes, swamps, depressions and along the sides of streams and lakes in tropical and subtropical areas worldwide.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Crinum
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Crinum asiaticum size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Bulbs, Conservatory Greenhouse
- Habit
- Clump-forming
- Foliage
- Linear, strap-shaped
- Suggested uses
- Specimen plant, border
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Crinum asiaticum
- Propagation
- Offsets, seeds
- Pest resistance
- Good
- Disease resistance
- Good
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Crinum asiaticum?
Crinum asiaticum prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Crinum asiaticum need?
Crinum asiaticum grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Crinum asiaticum hardy in the UK?
Crinum asiaticum 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 Crinum asiaticum?
Offsets, seeds.
More in the Crinum genus
- Crinum longifolium
- Crinum powellii 'Album'
- Crinum × powelliiswamp lily
- Crinum × powellii 'Ellen Bosanquet'Ellen Bosanquet Crinum
- Crinum × powellii 'Haarlemense'Haarlem Crinum
- Crinum × powellii 'Krelagei'