Sandersonia aurantiaca

Sandersonia aurantiaca

Native to:
Eswatini | South Africa

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Colchicaceae
Genus:
Sandersonia
Species:
Sandersonia aurantiaca

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Geophyte
Height:
60 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Colors:
orange, yellow

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:
Yes

Source: DeepSeek deepseek-chat

Propagation & Germination

ORGHPS Germination Guide: Sow @ 20C. Germinates within 3 months. Requires light / surface sow (fine seed). | Requires soaking 24-48 hrs; discard floaters.

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society