Jacobean Lily

Zephyranthes formosissima

Native to:
Mexico

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Amaryllidaceae
Genus:
Zephyranthes
Species:
Zephyranthes formosissima
USDA Symbol:
SPFO4

Growth Characteristics

Height:
30 cm
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
jun,jul,aug,sep
Bloom Colors:
pink, rose

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
butterflies
Deer Resistant:
Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rich, well-drained loamy soil
pH:
6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
native to regions with seasonal rainfall

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
None required
Germination Time:
14–30 days
Notes:
Seeds germinate best when fresh; sow on surface with light exposure.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI