About
Hippeastrum solandriflorum is an amaryllis producing strap-shaped leaves and umbels of large, white, long-tubed, fragrant, funnel-shaped flowers on stout stems. A rewarding and fragrant bulb for a warm, sunny conservatory or glasshouse.
About the genus
Hippeastrum, the amaryllis, are deciduous bulbous perennials with slightly fleshy, strap-shaped leaves and stout, leafless stems bearing umbels of large, funnel-shaped flowers in shades of red, pink, orange, white or bicoloured. Widely grown as houseplants and conservatory bulbs, they flower mainly in winter or spring.
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained, Well-drained
AspectEast-facing, North-facing, South-facing, West-facing
ExposureExposed
UK hardinessH6
Plant details
Plant typeTrees
HabitColumnar upright, Spreading branched
FoliageDeciduous
HeightHigher than 12 metres
Spread4-8 metres
Time to full height10-20 years
Suggested usesArchitectural
Native toHimalaya
Care notes
CultivationGrow in moisture retentive to moist soil, in full sun. For more information see our advice on tree cultivation
PruningPruning group 1
PropagationPropagate from semi-ripe cutting in late summer
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to honey fungus in gardens where it is present but insufficient data to determine degree of susceptibility