Overview

Habranthus brachyandrus is a bushy bulbs in the genus Habranthus, part of the Amaryllidaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Habranthus brachyandrus grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates loam and sand soils and alkaline and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H2. Suggested uses include patio and container plants.

About

Habranthus brachyandrus is a bushy, bulbous perennial from the Amaryllidaceae family, known for its long, narrow leaves and singular, funnel-shaped flowers that bloom in summer and fall. This deciduous plant thrives in well-drained loam or sandy soils with neutral to alkaline pH, preferring full sun or partial shade in sheltered, south-, east-, or west-facing aspects. Suitable for patio and container planting, it is hardy to UK zone H2 and is best cultivated by planting bulbs at the appropriate depth. Propagation can be achieved through seed or bulb offsets.

About the genus

Zephyranthes subg. Habranthus is a subgenus within the genus Zephyranthes in the family Amaryllidaceae. It was a formerly recognized as the separate genus Habranthus.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Habranthus

Sunlight

Full sun, Partial shade

Soil type

Loam, Sand

Soil pH

Alkaline, Neutral

Soil moisture

Well-drained

Aspect

South-facing, East-facing, West-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

UK hardiness

H2

Plant details

Habranthus brachyandrus size, habit and characteristics

Plant type

Bulbs, Conservatory Greenhouse

Habit

Bushy

Foliage

Deciduous

Suggested uses

Patio and container plants

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Habranthus brachyandrus

Propagation

Seed, Bulb offsets

Pest resistance

Generally pest-free

Disease resistance

Generally disease-free

Frequently asked questions